
GRASSES AND CLOVER 
The ideal time for sowing Grass and Clover Seeds, 
in the latitude of Norfolk, is from March to May in 
the spring and from September to November in the 
fall, except where noted. 
As a rule, most people are far too careless with re- 
gard to the quality of the grass and clover seeds they 
buy. It requires an experienced eye to detect the 
various grades of these seeds, and, indeed, it is no 
uncommon thing for us to meet persons who are en- 
tirely ignorant of the fact that different grades exist. 
To them clover is clover, whether it be old or new, 
pure or full of noxious weeds. Like everything else, 
grasses and clovers may be had to order at any price, 
but the farmer who thinks that he has saved money 
by buying cheap seeds need feel no surprise if he fails 
in getting a stand, or if his fields are covered the next 
season with weeds previously unknown. The purity 
and germination of our grass and clover seeds may 
be relied upon with the same confidence that is uni- 
versally felt with regard to our garden and flower 
seeds. 
Special Grass Mixtures For 
Meadows and Pastures 
No. 1. Pasture Mixture for light sandy soil. Com- 
posed of grasses and clovers including Tall Meadow 
Oat Grass, Red Top or Herd’s Serecia, Korean and 
Common Lespedeza. (Write for prices.) 
No. 2. Pasture Mixture for good loam soil. Com- 
posed of grasses and clovers, including Kentucky Blue 
Grass, Red Top, Orchard Grass, Meadow Fescue, White 
Dutch Clover, Red Clover, Alfalfa, and Lespedezas. 
(Write for prices.) 
No. 3. Pasture Mixture for heavy soil. Composed of 
grasses and clovers, including Kentucky Blue Grass, Car- 

No. 4. 
grasses and clovers, including a predominant amount of 
pet Grass, Meadow Fescue, White Dutch Clover, Red Meadow Fescue, Red Top, Carpet Grass, Timothy, Alsike 
Clover, Alfalfa, and Lespedezas. (Write for prices.) Clover and Lespedezas. (Write for prices.) 
Grasses 
Pasture Mixture for low land. Composed of 
On all items below, write for prices on larger quantities 
¢ ‘- (Astoria Creeping). Rapid- 
Bent, Agrostis Tenuis. growing grass. Its short 
growth, spreading habit, deep green and fine-leaved 
foliage make it very useful for fine lawns and putting 
greens. Prefers a moist soil. Height, 12 to 18 inches. 
Bu., 16 lbs. Sow 35 lbs. to the acre. Lb., $1.25; 5 lbs., 
$5.50; 10 Ibs., $10.00, postpaid. 
: (Agrostis Capillaris). Sometimes 
Bent, Colonial. called Brown Top and nearly iden- 
tical with Rhode Island Bent. Makes exeellent turf and 
is permanent in cool climates under close cutting. MUhb., 
$1.25; 5 lbs., $5.50; 10 lbs., $10.00, postpaid. 
: . (Seaside Creeping). An- 
Bent, Agrostis Palustris. other useful grass for 
lawns, although the foliage is not so deep as the above 
variety. Adapts itself to almost any soil, and spreads 
by means of surface runners. Height, 12 to 18 inches, 
Bu., 16 lbs. Sow 85 lbs. to the acre. Lb., $1.25; 5 lbs., 
$5.50; 10 Ibs., $10.00, postpaid. 
B d (Cynodon Dactylon). For hot and dry loca- 
ermuda. tions in the South, this variety is well 
adapted. Does best when sown in warm weather, prefer- 
ably in May and June. Height, 6 to 12 inches. Bu., 36 
Ibs. Sow 15 lbs. to the acre. Lb., 65c; 5 lbs., $3.00; 10 
Ibs., $5.50, postpaid. 
(Poa Compressa). A hardy perennial 
Blue, Canada. grass adapted to sandy and gravelly 
soils. For pasture and dairy use and well adapted to the 
eastern and middle states. Height, 10 to 18 inches. Bu., 
14 lbs. Sow 40 lbs. to the acre. Lb., 65c; 5 lbs., $3.00; 10 
lbs., $5.50, postpaid. 
(Poa Pratensis). This well known 
Blue, Kentucky. species requires several years to 
become thoroughly established, but when once well set, 
will last indefinitely and improve each year, enduring 
the hottest summer. While of too short a growth for 
hay, aS a pasture grass it is extremely valuable, very 
productive, and nutritious. Its smooth, even growth, 
spreading habit, fine texture and rich green color make 
it one of the best grasses for lawns. Height, 10 to 18 
inches. Bu., 21 Ibs. Sow 35 Ibs. to the acre. Lb., 65c; 
5 lbs., $3.00; 10 lbs., $5.50, postpaid. 
Millet. (See page 40). 
Lawn Grass. 
Herd’s Grass. (See Red Top, page 45). 
(See inside front cover). 
Known also as Louisiana Grass, and 
Carpet Grass. recommended for the Coastal Plain 
area of the South for pasture grass. It should be sown 
in the South for pasture grass only. It should be sown 
from early spring until early summer. It is strictly a 
pasture grass and does splendidly when sown with Japan 
Clover. Bu., 28 lbs. Sow 15 lbs. to the acre. b., 60c; 
5 lbs., $2.65; 10 lbs., $5.15, postpaid. 
Crested Dog’s-Tail (Cynosurus Cristatus). A use- 
ful variety for pastures, and 
a splendid grass for fine lawns. Does well in shaded 
situations. Height, 12 to 18 inches. Bu., 30 lbs. Sow 
30 lbs. to the acre. Lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $2.10; 10 lbs., $4.00, 
postpaid. (Sold Out) 
s (Festuca Rubra). This creeping- 
Fescue, Chewings. rooted species thrives on all 
sorts of soils, forming a close and lasting turf. Is very 
valuable as a lawn grass for shady spots. Height, 18 
to 24 inches. Bu., 22 lbs. Sow 40 lbs. to the acre. Lhb., 
$1.00; 5 lbs., $4.75; 10 lbs., $9.00, postpaid. 
English Bl Ga 5 Fest 
Fescue Meadow. Lee ery For deeds pasture 
or for hay, Meadow Fescue will prove very satisfactory. 
It does not attain its full productive power until 2 or 3 
years after sowing. Succeeds best in cold, moist light 
soil. Height, 3 feet. Bu., 22 lbs. Sow 40 lbs. to the acre. 
Lb., 45c; 5 lbs., $2.00; 10 lbs., $3.75, postpaid. 
Oat. Tall Meadow, {47822 Blatior). This very 
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valuable grass produces an early 
and luxuriant growth and in the Southern States is very 
much used for pastures and hay. It is much relished by 
cattle. Height, 24 to 36 inches. Bu., 12 lbs. Sow 40 lbs. 
to the acre. Lhb., 55c; 5 Ibs., $2.50; 10 lbs., $4.50, postpaid. 
Orchard (Dactylis Glomerata). Most employed in 
: * permanent meadows, either for pasture or 
mowing. Very hardy, and thrives better than any other 
grass in nearly all sorts of climate and soil. The hay is 
of excellent quality, and it will endure considerable shade. 
Cutting should be done while in flower, as stalks tend to 
mature hard. Height, 24 to 36 inches. Bu., 14 lbs. Sow 
35 lbs. to the acre. Lh., 55c; 5 lbs., $2.50; 10 lbs., $4.50, 
postpaid. 

The market prices of Grasses and Clovers are con- 
stantly changing; quotations by mail or wire furnished 
upon application. In large quantities they are sold strictly 
net cash, “F. O, B. Norfolk,” quotations sub 
without ‘notice. soc oot Te ce 

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