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PLANT FOODS FOR LAWN AND GARDEN 
All plants grow more luxuriantly when given plenty of plant food during the growing season. 
Most gardeners do not use 
enough. Broadcast it before seeding. Stir in around trees, shrubs and other plants during the Summer. Topdress lawns 
early in the Spring so the rains can dissolve it for immediate show. 
to lawns, to thoroughly soak the ground with water from a hose. 
It is well, immediately after applying chemical fertilizers 
Follow with other applications to secure maximum results. 
All prices are f.o.b. Boston and subject to change without notice 
4-4-8 ARMOUR’S GARDEN AND LAWN 
FERTILIZER. Scientifically prepared 
plant food for lawns, flowers, vegetables, 
shrubbery and greenhouse crops. 5 lbs. 45c., 
25 lbs. $1.55, 50 lbs. $2.75, 100 lbs. $4.00 
8-6-2 COUNTRY CLUB TURF FOOD. 
A wonderful mixture, 50% organic, that 
will provide quick simulation as well as a 
lasting supply of food. Highly recom- 
mended. Apply 100 lbs. per 4000 sq. ft. 
of area. 100-lb. bags only, $4.50, 
Y ton, $21.00 
5-8-7 FERTILIZER. Recommended as a 
high grade, general purpose plant food 
containing all the elements essential to 
quick growth, productiveness and quality; 
5% Nitrogen to promote quick growth of 
foliage and plant, while improving leaf 
color; 8% Phosphoric Acid that increases 
flower and fruit production and capacity 
for holding blooms, as well as hastening 
maturity; 7% Potash that strengthens 
stems and makes plump ripe fruits, seeds, 
and tubers. 10 Ibs. 70c., 25 Ibs. $1.35, 50 
Ibs. $1.95, 106 Ibs. $3.25, 14 ton $15.50. 
Ask about price in ton lots. 
4-8-4 MARKET GARDEN FERTILIZER. 
A general purpose fertilizer at a moderate 
price. Use about 100 lbs. per 4000 sq. ft. 
Analysis: Nitrogen 4%, available Phos- 
phoric Acid, 8%; Potash, 4%. 
100 lbs. $3.00, 14 ton $14.00. 
4-8-1090 POTATO AND ROOT CROP 
M E. An excellent high-grade fer- 
tilizer, rich in potash, for potatoes and 
other root crops where a quick, strong 
growth is essential. Splendid for small 
fruits and garden truck. Apply 100 Ibs. 
to every 4000 sq. ft. Particularly fine for 
Dahlias. Analysis: Nitrogen 4%; avail- 
able Phosphoric Acid, 8%; Potash, 10%. 
100 lbs. $3.25, 14 ton $15.50. 
ALUMINUM SULPHATE. For souring 
the soil where one wishes to grow Azaleas, 
Blueberries, Rhododendrons, ete. Growers 
use it for turning Hydrangeas blue. 
5 lbs. 60c., 25 Ibs. $2.00, 50 lbs. $2.75, 
100 lbs. $4.75. 
ASHES, CANADIAN HARDWOOD (Un- 
leached). Rich in lime and potash. Cor- 
rects soil acidity to somé extent. Analysis: 
3 to 5 per cent potash. 100 lbs. $2.75, 
4% ton $12.50. 
BONEMEAL, FINELY GROUND. Valu- 
able for lasting results on fruit and shade 
trees, shrubs and hardy perennial plants. 
Unexcelled for Roses and especially rec- 
ommended for use with either Spring or 
Fall planted bulbs. Mix it, also, into all 
potting soil and composts as all florists 
do—there’s absolutely no chance of its 
burning. Ideal for Fall applications to 
lawns. 100 lbs. to each 2000 sq. ft. 5 lbs. 
45c., 25 lbs. $1.45, 50 lbs. $2.35, 100 lbs. 
$4.00, 14 ton $19.50, % ton $38.00. 
BONE, COARSELY CRUSHED. For 
grapevines, fruit trees, shrubs and trees 
of all kinds. Should be used when planting 
out and well mixed with the soil to the 
depth of a foot or more. 5 lbs. 65c., 
25 lbs. $1.75, 50 ibs. $2.85, 100 lbs. $5.50. 
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54 Plant Foods 

COTTONSEED MEAL. An organic ferti- 
lizer rich in nitrogen that is highly recom- 
mended for use on lawns. Broadcast 15 
to 20 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. Approximate 
analysis: Nitrogen, 7%; available Phos- 
phoric Acid, 3%; Potash, 2%; 5 lbs. 40c., 
25 Ibs. $1.50, 50 lbs. $2.50, 100 lbs. $4.25. 
DRIED BLOOD. 
available. 
house use, 
12% nitrogen, quickly 
Especially adapted to green- 
Price on application 
ELECTRA GOLD STAR. A valuable or- 
ganic plant food for forcing greenhouse 
crops. It makes plants function properly, 
attaining uniform growth and color with- 
out softness. ‘America’s Finest Plant 
Food for the Grower Who Wants the 
Best.” Analysis, 4-9-3. 25 lbs. $4.00, 
50 lbs. $7.00, 100 lbs. $10.50. 
HY-TROUS. A scientifically balanced con- 
centrated liquid fertilizer which furnishes 
all the nutrients necessary to bring plants 
to healthy maturity in the shortest length 
of time. Highly recommended for house 
plants, flowers, vegetables, shrubs and 
trees. Simply dilute 1 tablespoonful to 
1 gal. of water and saturate the soil around 
the plants. Odorless. 3 oz. 25c., 8 oz. 59c., 
16 02. 99c., 32 oz. $1.79, gal. $5.95 
LAND LIME. Prepared especially for lawns 
and gardens. Corrects acid condition of 
the soil. Tends to bind loose soil and to 
open heavy land. 10 lbs. 25c., 50 Ibs. 75c., 
100 lbs. $1.25, 14 ton $5.75, 14 ton $10.50, 
ton $19.50. 
MURIATE OF POTASH. The most eco- 
nomical form of potash and the most gen- 
erally used in farm practice. 50 per cent 
potash. 10 lbs. 65c., 25 lbs. $1.25, 50 lbs. 
$2.00, 100 lbs. $3.25, 14 ton $15.50. 
PLANTABBS. Containing the sensational 
Vitamin B-1. Simply dissolve the odorless 
tablets in water and treat house and gar- 
den plants. Watch them grow quickly and 
luxuriantly. Directions with each pack- 
age. 30 tablets 25c., 75 tablets 50c., 
200 tablets $1.00, 1000 tablets $3.50. 
Postpaid. 
NITRATE OF SODA. Valuable as quick 
acting nitrogen for young fruit trees and 
leafy vegetable crops. Break up the lumps 
before using. Apply in the home garden 
as a solution, one ounce to two gallons of 
water. 15 to 16% nitrogen. Lb. 20c., 
5 lbs. 65c., 25 lbs. $1.50, 50 lbs. $1.75, 
100 lbs. $5.00, 14 ton $22.50. 
SALT, AGRICULTURAL. Top dress 
Asparagus beds, using about one-half ton 
per acre as early as possible in the Spring. 
100 lb. bags only $2.00. 
SULPHATE OF AMMONIA. Valuable as 
a quick stimulant. Used instead of nitrate 
of soda for Bent Grass lawns, Spinach and 
other crops that prefer a slightly acid con- 
dition. Dissolve a tablespoonful to 3 gallons 
of water. 2014% nitrogen. 25 lbs. $1.50, 
50 lbs. $2.50, 100 lbs. $3.75, 14 ton $17.00. 

SUPER PHOSPHATE (20% acid). For 
top dressing and mixing with other ferti- 
lizers. Use on grain crops and others re- 
quiring an excessive amount of phosphoric 
acid. The best source of phosphorus so 
greatly needed by Tomatoes and other 
crops to hasten maturity. Use 14 ton or 
more per acre. 100 lbs. $2.00, 14 ton $9.00, 
¥ ton $16.00. 
MULCHING MATERIALS 
GRANULATED PEAT MOSS. An ideal 
medium for mulching everything in the 
garden, being especially adapted to Roses, 
Rhododendrons and Azaleas. It retains 
moisture, adds to the humus of the soil, 
keeps down weeds and makes an attractive 
background for the finest blooms. We sell 
the best grade on the market. Original 
bales weighing about 145 lbs. $5.00, 
5 bales $24.00, 10 bales $42.50, bus. 75c., 
half bales $2.75. 
SALT MARSH HAY. Containing no weed 
seeds, this provides an unequaled material 
for winter covering of bulbs, perennials 
and Strawberries. It never packs or be- 
comes waterlogged, but rather remains 
loose and airy. Bales of uneven weights, 
but averaging 125 lbs. each. Price on 
application in the Fall. 
POTTING MATERIALS 
LEAFMOLD, MAPLEVALE. A superior 
form of humus that is very essential for 
growing plants; carefully sifted. 14 pk. 30c., 
pk. 50c., bus. $1.50, bag $2.75, 5 bags 
$13.00. 
PEBBLES, WHITE BEACH. Small, 
washed, white; just right for bulb culture 
and for covering benches for beauty and 
drainage in the conservatory. 25 lbs. $1.00, 
50 lbs. $1.75, 100 lbs. $3.00. 
POTTING SOIL. For all kinds of pot 
plants. 4 pk. 20c., pk. 35c., bus. $1.00, 
bbl. sack $2.50. 
SILVER SAND. For mixing with potting 
soil and for propagation. k., P.P. wt. 
24 Ibs., 40c.; bus. $1.00. 
SPHAGNUM MOSS. Dry Moss can be 
had at any season. Pk. 40c., large bales 
about 36x18x18, $4.00. 
SUDBURY SOIL TEST KIT 
As farming and gardening become 
more and more scientific with more and 
more of the guesswork eliminated, 
more and more soil is being tested prior 
to planting. With this simple, easy-to- 
use Soil Test Kit you can make a prac- 
tical test of your soil requirements— 
nitrogen, phosphorus, potash and acid- 
ity—and make intelligent adjustments 
of conditions. Complete with instruc- 
tions and data on plant needs, 
Sudbury Soil Test Kit, Model D, 
$2.00; testing fluids for refill (specify if 
for nitrogen, phosphorus, potash or 
acidity) 2 oz. 75c., 6 oz. $1.50. Other 
models at different prices.. Ask for 
circular. 
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