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BRAEGER’S SPECIAL LAWN SEED 
(Hormonized) 
A splendid mixture of the best varieties of grass 
espec.ally adapted to meet soil and climatic conditions 
of the Northwest. 
This mixture is a well-balanced blend of Blue Tag 
Astoria Bent, Chewing’s Fescue, Creeping Red Fescue, 
heavy Kentucky Blue Grass and Red Top. All are fine- 
bladed, deep rooting and long lasting. 
The best grades only are used, thus assuring you a 
mixture free from weed seed and chaff. 
“Hormonized”’ is a treatment that greatly increases 
root growth, assures quicker germination and results in 
a firm turf. 
Sow seed at the rate of 1 pound per 200 sq. ft. 

DURA-GREEN LAWN GRASS 
For those who like white clover in their lawn, we recommend 
this mixture. Dura-Green will stand hard wear. It is a skill- 
ful blend of White Clover, Kentucky Blue Grass, Chewing’s 
Fescue, Creeping Bent, Creeping Red Fescue and Red Top. 
Adaptable to most Northwest soils. 
Seed at rate of 1 pound per 200 sq. feet. 
SHADY LAWN MIXTURE 
Many areas are so heavily shaded that it is difficult to obtain 
good turf from common mixtures. 
Shady Lawn Mixture meets ths requirement, due to addi- 
tions of grass indigenous to these conditions. 
A mixture of Shady Blue Grass (Poa Trivialis), Creeping 
Fescue, Bent, Kentucky Blue and other grasses enduring 
shade. 
BRAEGER’S UTILITY MIXTURE 
An economy blend of fast-growing hardy grass, enduring 
hard usage under adverse conditions. 
Tough, long lasting, deep rooting grasses that are suited to 
playgrounds, parking strips, and athlet.c fields. 

For those who desire plantings of a single variety of lawn 
grass, we offer grasses that are proven and recognized as 
superior for Northwest conditions. 
Astoria Bent (Agrostis tenuis Astoriana). Long lived peren- 
nial, deep rooting; forms excellent turf. Endures acid condi- 
tions, heavy firm so.]1 and heavy rainfall. Requires firm seed 
bed and plenty of moisture. Produces fine grass blades, erect 
growing. Used for most golf greens. If used for pasture, pro- 
duces palatable grass 16 in. to 20 in. high. Seed February 1st 
to April 15th or September 1st to November ist. Seed is very 
small. Sow at rate of 1 lb. per 250 sq. ft. or 7 lbs. to 10 Ibs. 
per acre. 
AND FIELD SEEDS 
CWO 
Oregon produces some the world’s finest lawn 
seed, and Braeger’s buy only the best grades. 
We take great pride in the quality of seeds we 
sell, and blend the best varieties in our mixtures to 
assure a uniform texture and luxurious turf. Years 
of experience guarantees you the best of results. 
We do not quote grass and field seed prices due 
to market fluctuations. We do, however, adhere 
to prices prevalent in our area. Write us or call 
at our store for prices. 
Consult our experts on lawn and field problems. 
CWO 
CHEWING’S FESCUE 
(Festuca rubra commutata) 
Formerly imported and known as New Zealand Fescue. 
Long lived perennial, producing extremely fine blades, dense 
growth, drought resistant. Presents luxurious appearance. 
Adapted to well drained, fertile soils, endures some shade. 
F' ts in well with any mix.ure. Excellent lawn grass. Sow at 
rate of 1 pound per 150 sq. ft. 
CREEPING RED FESCUE 
(Festuca rubra stolonifera) 
Very fine leaved, long lived perennial, producing creeping 
extravaginal shoots (underground creeping roots). Forms dense 
sod, luxurious appearance. Hndures more shade than Chew- 
ing’s. Drought resistant, and tolerates more moisture. 
Requires fertile soil for best results. Responds well to fer- 
tilizers. Suitable in pas-ure mixtures; grows 18”-20"”. One of 
the world’s best lawn grasses. Sow February 1-April 15 or 
September 1-October 15 at rate of 1 pound per 150 sq. feet. 
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS (Poa pratensis) 
One of the oldest lawn or pasture grasses. Long-l'ved peren- 
nial, starts early and grows well in late fall. Improves with 
age. Forms good sod, resists tramping and wear. Has excel- 
lent color. Requires moist soil of low acidity. 
Adapted to many conditions. Requires liming. If sown for 
pasture, produces nutritious feed relished by all livestock. 
Sow either spr-ng or fall at rate of 1 lb. per 200 sq. ft. 
SHADY BLUE GRASS (Poa Trivialis) 
Long lived perennial requiring shade and moisture. Excel- 
lent grass for shady lawns, especially suited for Western Ore- 
gon conditions. 
Does not endure intense sunlight or drought. Makes fair 
sod, but does not thrive under heavy tramping or close mowing. 
Not recommended for s ngle planting. 
Sow at rate of 1 lb. per 200 sq. feet. 
RED TOP (Agrostis Alba) 
Long lived perennial adapted to wide variations of soil and 
climate. Thrives best on wet, acid soils, but will grow well on 
most any fertile land. Germinates qu ckly and thus is an 
excellent nurse crop in any lawn mixiure. 
Produces upright fine leaves or blades, forms fairly good sod. 
Especially suited for the Northwest. 
WHITE CLOVER (Trifolium repens) 
Short lived perennial; endures w de variance of soil and cli- 
mate. Reseeds easily and thus endures for many years under 
favorable conditions. Shallow rooted; short creeping surface 
runners root at nodes frequently. 
Makes dense turf; withstands tramping and mowing. En- 
dures drought or excess moisture. 
Makes excellent bee pastures, nutritious livestock forage, 
good ground cover. 
Responds to fertilizers. 
Most widely used lawn clover. Sow in spring at rate of 1 Ib. 
per 100 sq. feet. 


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