THE WETSEL SEED COMPANY, Harrisonburg, Va. 

Kansas Alfalfa—vU. S. Verified 
The most popular strain of alfalfa in the 
east. Being grown in Kansas, where severe 
winters frequently prevail, it rarely winter- 
kills. After testing Alfalfa from many 
sources, the Virginia Agricultural Experi- 
ment Station concluded that four plantings 
of Kansas seed stood the winter better than 
seed from any other section—and that it 
yielded 4% tons per acre. Because it with- 
stands the winter season, it gives an early 
spring growth and provides several cut- 
tings during the growing season. Lb. 37¢; 
bu. $22.00. 
Oklahoma-Kansas Alfalfa 
As its name clearly implies, it is not ma- 
terially unlike Kansas seed. Alfalfa thus 
branded frequently is produced in Kansas 
and it is fairly certain to come from sec- 
tions near the border line of the two states. 
For Virginia, North Carolina and states 
with similar climates, Oklahoma-Kansas 
alfalfa is considered very satisfactory. The 
senior agronomist of the U. S. Department 
of Agriculture once stated in a letter that 
“in the southern half of the United States, 
Oklahoma-Kansas seed generally survives 
the winters satisfactorily and, under such 
conditions we have found no significant 
difference in yield”. Lb. 36¢; bu. $21.00. 
Grimm Alfalfa 
In sealed bags 
Grimm alfalfa is widely recognized as the 
hardiest of all strains. Consequently, it will 
stand the severest of winters in mountain 
sections. Has a deep branching root growth, 
giving the plant a firm hold on the soil which 
usually prevents heaving as a result of 
alternating freezes and thaws. Is also 
adapted to shallow soils, where subsoil or 
hardpan is near the surface. In mountain 
sections it pays to give Grimm the prefer- 
ence. 
Oklahoma Grimm, lb. 36¢; bu. $21.00. 
Kansas Grimm, lb. 38¢; bu. $22.25. 
Argentine Alfalfa 
Commonly believed to be inferior to seed 
produced in the U. S. However, the climate 
in producing sections of Argentina is al- 
most identical to that of commercial grow- 
ing areas in this country. For this reason 
we regard it as superior to seed produced 
in certain sections in the United States, as 
for instance the warmer climates of south- 
western states. Argentine seed has given 
excellent results in the territory we serve, 
especially in pasture mixtures and where 
soil is being prepared for a more or less 
permanent stand of alfalfa. Because of the 
comparatively high price of domestic seed 
this season, we anticipate a material in- 
crease in demand for Argentine seed. Lb. 
22¢; bu. $12.75. 
Clovers 
Red Clover 
Hardly needs a description, as virtually all 
farmers are fully aware of its characteristics. 
Is often referred to as Old Time or June 
Clover. For generations it has been the lead- 
ing clover, especially where crops are ro- 


In this room such noxious weeds as Dodder and Buckhorn are removed from Clovers, 
Lespedeza, etc. Here, also, we grade and treat, for disease resistant, Wheat, Corn, Oats, 
Barley and other grains. 


tated. Its early maturity is usually followed 
by a second crop, affording a choice of addi- 
tional hay, late pasture or a cash crop from 
seed for which there is usually a ready de- 
mand. If left on ground, it enriches the soil 
by virtue of nitrogen it provides. Few crops 
surpass it in this respect. 
Virginia Grown, lb. 27¢; bu. $15.50. West- 
ern Grown, lb. 26¢; bu. $14.50. 
Mammoth or Sapling Clover 
This clover is also widely known and 
used, especially when clover is seeded with 
timothy with the view of cutting for hay. 
Maturing later than red clover, it ripens 
more evenly with timothy. As the name 
(Mammoth) implies, it produces a larger 
growth, resulting in greater tonnage on a 
given area. 
Virginia Grown, lb. 27¢; bu. 
Western Grown, lb. 26¢; bu. $14.50. 
$15.50. 
Crimson or Scarlet Clover 
Known for its great Nitrogen gathering 
qualities. Considered one of the best crops 
for hay ,soiling and green manuring; fur- 
nishes fine pasture for Fall, Winter and 
Spring. Crimson supplies abundance of 
nutritive foliage at seasons when most 
pastures are dead. Improves poor land, re- 
stores to fertility those that have been 
worn down by excessive cropping. May be 
planted in fall, spring or summer. Lb. 14¢; 
bu. $8.00. 
Sweet Clover 
For many years now, sweet clover has 
been known as one of the very best crops 
for rapid improvement of soil, providing a 
reasonable stand and growth is obtained. 
Will grow in almost any kind of soil. How- 
ever, for best results, soil should be amply 
limed and seed inoculated. As in the case 
of most crops, it responds readily and 
profitably to manure. 
When seeded in the spring, a nurse crop 
should be used. For, because of its lack of 
foliage on lower portion of plant, it is un- 
able successfully to compete with weeds. 
Small grains, such as oats, or fall-sown 
grains provide a good nurse crop. Sow 15 
to 20 Ibs. of Scarified or Hulled seed per 
acre late February, March and April. Is 
usually available in either White or Yellow 
Blossom. Both respond to same treatment. 
White blossom is somewhat smaller and 
about ten days earlier than the yellow. 
White Blossom, lb. 14¢; bu. $8.00. Yellow 
Blossom, lb. 13¢; bu. $7.50. 
Unhulled Sweet Clover 
Unhulled seed is afforded better protec- 
tion against the severest portion of win- 
ter, hence can be seeded earlier. Sow 20 
to 25 lbs. per acre during January or Feb- 
ruary. This earlier sowing usually results 
in quicker start in spring and often a more 
dense growth. Has grown in popularity in 
recent years. White or Yellow Unhulled 
seed. Lb. 10¢; bu. $5.75. 
