





























ABEL’S QUALITY LAWN SEEDS ~ 
ABEL'S EVERGREEN LAWN GRASS SEED IS BEING USE] 
ON THE FINEST LAWNS IN BERKS COUNTY ore 
ABEL’S EVERGREEN LAWN GRASS—This formula, aft 
years of experimenting, has been blended carefully ‘of. 
grasses adapted to producing very thick growth and ve 
vety appearance. Our grass seed is tested for purity. a 
germination and each variety of grass in its composition 
here for a special purpose—some for making: fibrous root 
which hold upon the soil and keep the turf in place; some 
of a sure creeping nature, filling up any bare spots; other a 
for their color value; also for withstanding beating. down. by a 
excessive rains. One pound will usually seed,a. place. oh 
10 by 10 feet; 1 peck a space of 1,000 square feet; Hi bilsttile 
a space of 4,000 square feet, or, say 40 by 100 feet. For a 
thicker, more permanent effect, more seed is better. Lb,, = 
5 lbs., $2.50; bu. (20 lbs.), $9.50; 100 lbs., $45.00. va 
ABEL'S SPECIAL LAWN SEED INCLUDING BENT GRASSES. 
—A perfect blend combination of the purest-high test grass 
seed INCLUDING BENT .GRASSES most suitable for 
establishment of a luxuriant lawn. This mixture combines the 
qualities of quick growth, compactness and permanence 
and is recommended to those who seek a Baie lawn. 
Lb., 65c; 5 lbs., $3.00; 20 lbs. and up, 55c per Ib... 
PENN’S COMMON OR CITY PARK LAWN Crass cna r 
only grasses suitable for the purpose of making a beautiful: . 
lawn. It germinates quickly and roots deeply, enabling) it 
to withstand the intense heat of summer. This special mix: 
ture can be recommended very highly! However, the for- 
mu'a and purity test does not equal that of our Evergreen 
Lawn Grass. Lb., 45c; 5 lbs., $2.00; bu. (20 Ibs.), $7.50; 100 
lbs., $35.00. 
ABEL’S PARKWAY LAWN GRASS—A mixture meeting tk 
requirements of those desiring a moderately priced gras 
seed. A quick growing mixture producing a permanent sod 
Lb., 35c; 5 lbs., $1.60; bu. (20 Ibs.), $6.00; 100 lbs., $28.00. oie 
ABEL'S SHADY PLACE LAWN GRASS—Usually it is quite | 5: 
difficult to obtain a satisfactory growth of grass under trees 
and in shady places, and for sowing in such places we rec- 
ommend the use of our special mixture. It will quickly pro- 
duce an abundant and even growth of beautiful | green — 
grass. The grasses used in making this special mixture are 
those adapted for growing in shade. It has been success- | 
fully used on some large operations where cabin were 
was desired on land partially shaded by old trees. Lb., 60c; aS 
5 lb., $2.75; bu. (20 1b.), $10.00; 100 lbs., $48.00. . Let 
ABEL’S TERRACE MIXTURE LAWN GRASS—A special mix- a 
ture of grasses for sowing on terraces and side hills— : 
grasses that produce strong, spreading roots, thus prevent, 
ing heavy rains from washing them out, that will withstand — 
drought and exposure, thrive on shallow soils, and produce ~ 
a rich, green turf throughout the season. Lb., 60c; 5 Ibs., % 
$2.75; bu. (20 lbs.), $10.00. +4 
FANCY RED-TOP GRASS—One of the Bent grasses. Used on 
golf courses and in all good lawn mixtures. Does well in th 
wet places and under unfavorable conditions. Is: drought- 4 
resistant. 1 lb., 40c; 5 lbs., $1.75; bu. (14 lbs.), $4.20. a me % 
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS—Forms a close, thick dark green 
turf and is very hardy. Heavy, fine, clean seed. Lb., ASc: 
5 Ibs., $2.00; bu. (14 lbs.), $5.25. og 
ABEL'S WHITE DUTCH CLOVER—Recleaned for sowing on — 
lawns, pastures, etc. Oz., 15¢; 4 lbs., 35¢e: 1/2 Ib., 60c: Ib., Bp 
2 Ibs., $1.95; 5 lbs., $4.50; 10 lbs., $8. 50; 25 lbs., $20.00. i" 




