smiths LAWN GRASS SEED 
Success in Lawn Making Requires First of All 
GOOD SEED 
Smith’s Lawn Seeds are thoroughly 
cleaned and are tested for purity 
and germination. 
DIRECTIONS FOR PLANTING 
Spade the ground as deep as possible and turn sev- 
eral times to see that it is thoroughly pulverized. Work 
in a good commercial fertilizer. Sheep guano or peat 
moss will add humus and improve the seed bed. Rake 
level and water thoroughly so the ground will settle. 
The seed bed should be allowed to stand for about two 
weeks, watering from time to time so the weed seeds 
will sprout. 
Roll the ground before seeding, to prevent it from 
settling unevenly, and then rake the surface lightly. 
Sow the seed so as to cover the ground thoroughly, 
and then cover it lightly with soil. Roll again so as to 
press the seed in firmly. If you have no roller, use 
» boards and tramp on them so as to pack the ground 
firmly, but a roller is preferred. 
Grass seed will germinate in from 8 to 15 days, ac- 
cording to the weather. If a lawn is made during the 
summer, the ground should be covered lightly with 
peat after the seed has been rolled, so as to retain the 
moisture. New lawns should not be allowed to dry 
out, not even for a half day. For the first 15 days the 
lawn should be watered twice a day if necessary. A 
lawn should be fertilized after the first cutting, and at 
least twice a year. Water well after applying. 

WE SPECIALIZE IN LAWN MIXTURES 
Lawn seed for sunny or shady spots; grass for landscaping, golf courses or service. We are able to supply 
many varieties to meet conditions of soil, climate or use. Only the very best grades of grass seeds are used 
to make up our mixtures and we also make up any mixture that a customer has in mind! In. the central 
valleys it is generally conceded that Kentucky Blue Grass is about as fine a lawn grass seed to plant as 
any and better than most. Many different mixes may be had with this seed as a base, getting excellent 
results and producing a fine lawn of dark green color which builds up into a soft mat after a time. The 
recommended planting should be at the rate of one pound to 200 suare feet of soil, or a plot measuring 
10 feet by 20 feet. 
Inquire for Prices on Lawn Seeds Listed Below 
BENT, ASTORIA 
This strain of Bent differs from the Seaside variety in that it does not 
send out stolons, but that it spreads underground, sending up many root- 
stalks that produce a splendid turf. The growth is upright, of fine texture 
and is a richer green than Seaside Bent. It is more practical for lawns 
and succeeds best in heavy soils. Sow 1 pound to 200 square feet. 
BENT, SEASIDE 
This is the true creeping bent. The plant is dwarf and it multiplies 
rapidly by sending out runners in all directions; from these, new plants 
are produced, and these in turn grow more runners. The turf becomes 
matted, and if damaged it heals over promptly. Sow 1 pound to 200 
square feet. 
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS 
Makes an excellent lawn of a dark green color. It forms a fine mat, 
with care and water makes one of the best lawns. Sow 1 pound to 
200 square feet. 
CREEPING OR RED FESCUE 
Fine, round bladed grass, excellent for lawns. Slightly reddish at 
base. Fine for shade. Hardy. 
BERMUDA GRASS (Fancy) 
Grows best during summer months, lies dormant in the winter; par- 
ticularly well adapted to athletic fields such as polo, football, and 
baseball areas, also highly regarded in soil erosion prevention. Plant 
1 pound to 200 square feet from May to September. 
CHEWINGS FESCUE 
Used extensively on putting greens, fairways and tees on golf courses, 
and does well on any kind of soil. It also produces a stiff, upright plant. 
Sow 1 pound to 150 square feet. 
F. F. SMITH & CO,, INC., 
COMMON RYE GRASS (Annual) 
A rapid growing grass where quick results are required. It is coarser 
than Kentucky Blue Grass and thrives in poor soil. It is used as a 
“nurse’’ crop in mixture to keep the lawn green while the better, slow- 
growing varieties are becoming established. Sow 1 pound to 150 square 
feet. 
PERENNIAL RYE GRASS 
Fast strong grower somewhat coarse bladed, not particular as to soil; 
will form turf under favorable conditions in 16 to 18 days; must be cut 
regularly, during growing season approximately once a week. 
RED TOP GRASS 
A fine-bladed grass that succeeds on almost any soil, although it 
does best under moist conditions. It is used in almost all lawn mixtures. 
Should not be planted by iiself unless specifically recommended. Sow 1 
pound to 200 square feet. 
MEADOW FESCUE 
A dwarf growing variety, produces a little heavier blade than Blue 
Grass or Chewings Fescue; very deep rooted; seed bed should be pre- 
pared to a depth of at least 10 inches. Excellent lawn grass if properly 
taken care of. Blend with clover or Red Top; plant 1 pound to 200 
square feet. 
WHITE DUTCH CLOVER 
The most popular lawn clover in the world; usually planted with 
grasses such as Blue Grass, Chewings Fescue, Meadow Fescue, Red Top, 
or Poa Trivialis. Not often used with the rye grasses. Plant 1 pound to 
200 square feet. 
: SHADY LAWN GRASS 
This grass is especially adapted for growing in very shady places or 
near buildings where other grasses will not grow. If you have a shady, 
barren place, try our Shady Lawn Mixture. Sow 1 pound to 200 square 
feet. 
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