LAWN CONSTRUCTION 
There are many factors involved in the building of a healthy 
and vigorous lawn. First is the preparation of the soil. Tilling, 
grading and levelling are the important steps in this preparation. 
Knowledge of the soil and its needs is essential. The soil 
in this locality is low in humus and nitrogen. In order to obtain 
this humus in the soil it is necessary to use barnyard fertilizer 
and peat moss. For the nitrogen content, the use of a balanced 
plant food with a 12-12-15 analysis which has been tested here, 
is useful. Nitrogen for top growth, phosphorus for root growth 
and potash for hardiness is combined in this analysis. 
After the soil is prepared the next step is good seed for 
planting. We have found that Kentucky Blue Grass seed is the 
best in quality and permanence. For partially or totally shaded 
spots, we use a mixture of Kentucky Blue Grass seed and Fescues, 
or Shade Grass seed. 
The watering of a new lawn is most important. It should 
be watered thoroughly twice a day for the first two weeks, then 
once a day for the next thirty days. If the lawn shows healthy 
growth, the watering can be done every other day. When the 
lawn has become established, thorough soaking once a week 
will cause the roots to grow deeper and will establish a lawn 
that will carry thru the winter. 
We are equipped to do expert lawn installing 
and repairing and will be glad to consult with you 
on your lawn problems. We use first class seed and 
if our instructions are followed, we guarantee a 
perfect lawn. However, we cannot guarantee 
against the elements such as hard rains and winds 
damaging lawns before the grass is established. 
Maintenance and Care of Established Lawns 
Fertilize with a good balanced plant food in the spring and 
the fall. The amount to be used per square foot depends on the 
analysis of the plant food. By following this plan, the lawn will 
maintain a rich and healthy growth. 
Cutting the grass every four or five days, and leaving those 
cuttings on the lawn will return the humus to the soil. Grass 
should be left at least two inches in height. 
FERTILIZER, PLANT FOODS, ETC. 
Ammonium Sulphate. Containing 20% nitrogen. It has a quick- 
acting effect on leaf and stem growth. 1 Ib., 15c; 10 lbs., $1.00; 
100 Ibs., $9.00. 
Ammonium Nitrate. 331/3% Nitrogen. Lawn food. 1 Ib., 15c; 
10 lIbs., $1.00; 100 Ibs., $9.00. 
Bonemeal. This is a useful and popular fertilizer for garden use. 
Ground fine, it contains 22% phosphorus and is a good organic 
fertilizer. 1 Ib., 15c; 10 Ibs., $1.20; 100 Ibs., $10.00. 
Iron Sulphate. A chemical used for treating chlorotic conditions 
in lawns, trees and shrubs. Care should be taken to avoid getting 
the solution on clothing or walks, as it makes a permanent yel- 
lowish-brown stain. 1 lb., 10c; 10 Ibs., 90c; 100 Ibs., $8.00. 
Michigan Peat Moss. Soil conditioner. Adds humus to soil. 
Super-Crop. 12-12-5. A balanced inorganic fertilizer, higher in 
nitrogen content. 1 lb., 20c; 80 Ibs., $6.00. 
Vermiculite. The ideal growing medium. Is good soil lightening 
medium. Four qts., 50c; one-half bu., $1.00; two bu., $2.25. 
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