The ideal time for sowing Grass and Clover Seeds, in the lati- 
tude of Norfolk, is from March to May in the spring and from 
September to December in the fall, except where noted. 
As a rule, most people are far too careless with regard to the 
quality of the grass and clover seeds they buy. 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 
universally felt with regard to our garden and flower seeds. 
Special Grasses Mixtures For 
Meadows and Pastures 
No. 1. Pasture Mixture for light sandy soil. Composed 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. Composed 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, Carpet Grass, Meadow 
Fescue, White Dutch Clover, Red Clover, Alfalfa, and Lespedezas. 
(Write for prices.) 
No. 4. Pasture Mixture for low land. Composed of grasses 
and clovers, including a predominant amount of Meadow Fescue, 
Red Top, Carpet Grass, Timothy, Alsike Clover and Lespedezas. 
(Write for prices.) 
GRASSES 
On all items below, write for prices on larger quantities 
BENT, AGROSTIS TENUIS. (Astoria Creeping.) Rapid- 
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 Ibs. Sow 35 Ibs. to the 
acre. Lb., $1.35; 5 Ibs., $6.00; 10 Ibs., $11.00, postpaid. 
BENT, COLONIAL. 
Rhode Island Bent. 
cool climates under close cutting. 
Ibs., $11.00, postpaid. 
BENT, AGROSTIS PALUSTRIS. (Seaside Creeping.) An- 
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 Ibs. Sow 35 Ibs. to 
the acre. Lb., $1.50; 5 Ibs., $7.00; 10 Ibs., $13.50, postpaid. 
BERMUDA UNHULLED. dry locations in the South, this 
variety is well adapted. Does best when sown in mild weather, 
preferably from April to October. Height 6 to 12 inches. Bu., 36 
Ibs. Sow 15 Ibs. to the acre. Lb. 75¢; 5 Ibs., $3.50; 10 Ibs., 
$6.50, postpaid. 
BERMUDA HULLED. The seed of Hulled Bermuda is much 
ee —__ smaller and goes further than the 
unhulled seed. Germinates more quickly, and is preferred by a 
great many people. Sow 10 Ibs. to the acre. 1 Ib., 90c; 5 Ibs., 
$4.25; 10 Ibs., $8.00, postpaid. 
BLUE, KENTUCKY. (Poa Pratensis.) This well known grass 
requires several years to become 
thoroughly established, but when once well set, will improve each 
year. As pasture grass it is extremely valuable. Its smooth, even 
growth, spreading habit 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., 95c¢; 5 Ibs., $4.50; 10 Ibs., $8.50, 
postpaid. 
(Agrostis Capillaris.) Sometimes called 
Brown Top and nearly identical with 
Makes excellent turf and is permanent in 
Lb., $1.35; 5 Ibs., $6.00; 10 
(Cynodon Daectylon.) For hot and 
Known also as Louisiana Grass, and recom- 
CARPET GRASS. mended 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 sum- 
mer. It is Strictly a pasture grass and does splendidly when sown 
with Japan Clover. Bu., 28 Ibs. Sow 15 Ibs. to the acre. Lb., 
70c; 5 Ibs., $3.25; 10 Ibs., $6.00, postpaid. 
HERD’S GRASS. (See Red Top, page 44.) 
LAWN GRASS. 
MILLET. (See page 39.) 
(Paspalum Dilatatum.) A desirable grass 
DALLAS GRASS. Satie 
er for hay or grazing, especially in the far 
South. While it can be grown on a great variety of soils, it does 
best on heavy, moist land. It can be grazed from early spring to 
a killing frost. Sow in early spring. Plant only Australian grown 
seed, as domestic seed contains too many weeds. Height 16 inches. 
Bu., 15 Ibs. Sow 7 to 10 lbs. per acre. 1 Ib., 90c; 5 Ibs., $4.25; 
10 Ibs., $8.00, postpaid. 
(Festuca Elatior Arundinacea.) A new 
FESCUE, ALTA. strain of Tall Fescue adapted to a wide 
range of soil and climatic conditions. Its heavy deep rooting 
habit makes it valuable for erosion control, and it stays green 
over a long period for grazing. May be seeded spring or fall. 
Height, 30 inches. Bu., 22 Ibs. Sow 20 Ibs. to the acre. Lb., 
95c; 5 Ibs., $4.50; 10 Ibs., $8.50, postpaid. 
ALTA FESCUE. (Certified seed). 1 Ib., $1.05; 5 Ibs., $5.00; 
10 Ibs., $9.50. 
FESCUE, CHEWINGS. (Festuca Rubra.) This creeping- 
ee _ 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 Ibs. 
Sow 40 Ibs. to the acre. Lb., 85c; 5 Ibs., $4.00; 10 Ibs., $7.50, 
postpaid. 
This grass was discovered 
FESCUE, KENTUCKY No. 31. by Mr. Suiter, and agri- 
culture authorities say that it is identical in growth and adaptabil- 
ity with Alta Fescue. Height, 30 ins. Bu., 22 Ibs. Sow 20 Ibs. 
to the acre. 1 Ib., 95¢; 5 Ibs., $4.50; 10 Ibs., $8.50, postpaid. 
(Certified d.) 1 Ib., $1.10; 
KENTUCKY 31 FESCUE. 31 FESCUE. 5 iba $5.25; ‘) Ibs., co 00. 
FESCUE MEADOW. (English Blue Grass.) (Festuca Pratensis.) 
(See inside front cover.) 
For permanent 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 Ibs. Sow 
40 Ibs. to the acre. Lb., 65¢; 5 Ibs., $3.00; 10 Ibs., $5.50, postpaid. 
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