
ALFALFA FIELD READY FOR CUTTING 
ALFILARIA 
(Erodium cicutarium) 
Alfilaria or “filaree’’ is good pasturage at all 
stages of its growth, even when mature and 
dried up. Will grow in practically any soil, ex- 
cept swamps and excessive alkali. Nutritive 
qualities compare favorably with alfalfa. Will 
endure both drought and frost. Sow just before 
rainy season. Sow 5 lbs. per acre. 1 lb. 80c; 
10 lbs. $7.50. Postpaid. Write for quantity price. 
BERMUDA 
(Cynodon dactylon) 
Bermuda Grass is unquestionably the best 
pasture grass in the south. There are reasons 
for believing that in its proper sphere it will 
produce more grazing and more meat than 
blue grass under the most favored conditions. 
Sheep can graze upon it from 7 to 9 months 
in the year according to locality. Sow seed 
during May and June, 5 lbs. per acre. 1 Ib. 
70c; 10 lbs. $6.50. Postpaid. Write for quan- 
tity price 
BLUE GRAMA 
(Bouteloua gracilis) 
A hardy perennial grass especially adapted 
for desert conditions. Stands altitude of 5,000 
feet. Very high feeding value and relished by 
all kinds of stock A good fattener. Sow 5 lbs. 
per acre. 1 lb. 70c; 10 Ibs. $6.50. Postpaid. 
BURNET 
Not a true grass but a hardy, broad-leaved, 
herbaceous perennial with crowns below soil. 
Excellent sheep pasture which grows summer 
and winter. Deep rooted, stands drought. Sow 
10 lbs. per acre. 1 lb. 55c; 10 Ibs. $5.00. Post- 
paid. 
CRESTED WHEAT GRASS 
(Agropyron cristatum) 
This very hardy perennial bunch grass is 
relished by all kinds of live stock both as pas- 
ture or hay. Will stand extreme cold or drouth 
but does not thrive in climates where there is 
prolonged cloudy weather and little sunshine. 
Sow seed from early spring to early fall. Drill 
10 to 12 lbs. per acre and cover seed % inch. 
1 Ib. 65c; 10 Ibs. $6.00. Postpaid. Write for 
quantity price. 
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CHEWINGS FESCUE 
(Festuca rubra commutata) 
One of the best grasses to sow in a meadow. 
Mixed with Red Top and White Clover it is a 
valuable pasture grass. It is also suitable for 
lawns and putting greens. Sow 20 lbs. per 
acre. 1 lb. 90c; 10 lbs. $8.50. Postpaid. 
DALLIS 
(Paspalum dilatatum) 
A long lived perennial which grows on al- 
most any soil, even marshes, and _ tolerates 
some alkali. It grows in dense bunches which 
will support cattle on marshy ground. Leafy 
near the ground but not on stems which grow 
two to four feet high. Very palatable, has high 
food value and makes good pasture or hay. 
Grows winter and summer with moisture. Will 
choke out weeds when well established. Dor- 
mant with drought but recovers quickly with 
moisture. Easily eradicated. Sow 10 lbs. per 
acre broadcast. 1 Ib. 80c; 10 Ibs. $7.50. Write 
for quantity price. 
HARDING GRASS 
(Phalaris stenoptera) 
One of our best pasture and hay grasses. A 
true long-lasting, hardy perennial which grows 
on almost any soil. It will maintain itself year 
after year and produce abundant pasture, 
which will stand heavy tramping, and excel- 
lent hay. Exceptionally high in protein, fat and 
mineral matter, and is relished by all kinds of 
stock. The seed germinates readily with the 
first fall rains and grows rapidly, producing 
large clumps the first season. Under irrigation 
makes rapid growth both summer and winter. 
Sow in fall. Drill 3 lbs. or broadcast 10 lbs. 
per acre. 1 lb. $1.05; 10 Ibs. $10.00. Postpaid. 
Write for quantity price. 
MEADOW FESCUE 
(Festuca elatior) 
Deep rooted, long lived perennial. Needs 
deep seed bed and firm rich soil. Good pasture. 
It is recommended in combination with Ladino 
clover. Sow 25 lbs. per acre. 1 Ib. 65c; 10 Ibs. 
$6.00. Postpaid. Write for quantity price. 
GRASSES 
If you have special conditions or problems to 
meet, just drop us a line and we will be 
pleased to help you. Ask for the A&M Special 
Pasture and Hay Guide. 
PERMANENT IRRIGATED PASTURE 
MIXTURES 
The planting of permanent pastures under 
irrigation in California is increasing rapidly. 
If you are contemplating a permanent pasture 
for your stock, select the mixture best suited 
to your soil from the list below. Owing to the 
prolonged hot, dry California summer, we are 
unable to recommend a satisfactory permanent 
pasture for dry land. 
Mixture * Seed Price Seedi 
No. Type Soil per Acre per Acre 
1 Medium to Heavy... 17 lbs. $13.25 
Zeelsiqht tOyocne yarn 19 lbs. $13.90 
Ship Alkalichh ec ae ee 12 lbs. $12.50 
Postpaid. Write for quantity price. 
ORCHARD (Cocksfoot) 
(Dactylis glomerata) 
' Does well in most soils but is not drought re- 
sistant. Good pasture and stands close grazing. 
Sow 25 lbs. per acre. 1 lb. 50c;: 10 lbs. $4.50. 
Postpaid. Write for quantity price. 
PERENNIAL RYE GRASS 
(Domestic) (Lolium perenne) 
Vigorous grower, starts early in the spring 
and grows late in the fall. Does not stand 
drought. Very palatable but not highly nutri- 
tious. Prefers rich loam and is not adapted to 
poor soils. Also used extensively for lawns. 
Sow 30 to 35 lbs. per acre broadcast. 1 lb. 40c; 
10 lbs. $3.50. Postpaid. Write for quantity 
price. 
RYE GRASS ITALIAN DOMESTIC 
(Lolium multiflorum) 
Rapid grower, very palatable during cold 
weather, when it grows fast, fairly nutritious. 
Will not stand drought. Plenty of leaf growth. 
Biennial. Sow 30 lbs. per acre. 1 lb. 35c; 10 
Ibs. $3.00. Postpaid. Write for quantity price. 
RED TOP 
(Agrostis alba) 
A perennial grass especially adapted for 
growing in wet situations. Makes excellent 
pasture and good hay. Sow 14 lbs. per acre. 
1 Ib. $1.25; 10 lbs. $12.00. Postpaid. Write for 
quantity price. 
REED'S CANARY GRASS 
(Phelaris arundinacea) 
A coarse perennial grass particularly adapted 
to swampy ground. It spreads by underground 
runners and is a very fast grower. Resistant to 
cold and a good pasture grass. Sow 8 lbs. per 
acre. 1 Ib. $1.25; 10 Ibs. $12.00. Write for quan- 
tity price. 
RHODES GRASS 
(Chloris gayana) 
Probably the best hardy perennial grass for 
alkaline soil. Makes excellent pasture, also 
good hay, relished by all stock. Sow from 
March to August. Sow 15 lbs. per acre. 1 lb. 
$1.30; 10 Ibs. $12.50. Postpaid. Write for quan- 
tity price. 
AGGELERs Musser SEED Co. 
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA 
