38 | GRAND RAPIDS GROWERS, Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan 
Special care must be given the lawn throughout the hot 
summer months, as Kentucky Blue Grass needs a resting 
period in mid-summer, and Red Top will grow most any- 
where and has its resting period in the fall after the Ken- 
tucky Blue Grass has recovered. If excellent growth and 
vigor have been maintained during the spring, the lawn 
can be kept in a green vigorous condition during the sum- 
mer, by careful watering, feeding and clipping. 
At the approach of fall, lawns should again have a 
thorough application of either Vigoro or Milorganite, ap- 
plied at the rate of 4 lbs. per hundred square feet, and the 
lawn should be thoroughly soaked, following the application, 
as stated above. 
Care of the Lawn 
Young grass should be allowed to grow three inches high 
before the first cutting, but on established lawns the grass 
should be cut quite short until the middle of May. Fertilize it 
well and try to get a complete ground cover, and after this 
has been accomplished, keep it cut as long as possible. Lower 
the wooden roller on your mower or better still, alter it or 
secure one that will cut three inches high. Plenty of leaf 
growth will shade the grass roots in hot weather and best of 
all, provide a laborless way of preventing weeds and crab 
grass from seeding, as weeds will not grow in a thick shady 
stand of grass and crab grass will not germinate even in 
semi-shade. 
Whenever you are applying water to an established lawn 
be liberal with the amount used, as the water should pene- 
trate 4 inches to do any good, and light sprinklings do injury 
—not good; they are about the worst treatment you can give 
your lawn. 
It is best to water only once a week on clay soil, but it 
should be applied so that the water is quickly absorbed into 
the soil. Sandy soils dry out more quickly, and lighter and 
more frequent waterings are necessary. 
Grade ‘‘A’’ Sunny Lawn Mixture 
This is our own mixture, containing Kentucky Blue Grass, 
Fancy Red Top, Red Creeping Fescue, Chewings Fescue, Rye 
Grass, Poa Trivialis, and 10% pure White Clover. Wonderful 
results are and have been obtained with this mixture. We 
use only the very best of seeds obtainable, of lasting value 
and hardiness, giving you a beautiful and permanent lawn 
that will last for years. 
15-30-15 STARTER-GROWER. All purpose 
completely mineralized all soluble plant food. 
Applied as a solution in transplanting or side- 
dressing. 3-lb. bags. 
BROADLEAF HIGH ORGANIC 6-10-4. 4 
33.1/3% organic completely mineralized ferti- 
lizer for acid-loving plants. 5-lb., 10-lb., and 
25-lb. bags. 
TERMITKIL, Un- 
adulterated ground 
penetrant, formula rec- 
ommended by the U.S. 
Dept. of Agriculture. 
I-gal. cans, 
FAESY & BESTHOFF PRODUCTS 
FERTILIZER GRADE 
PURE, STEAMED 
For gardens, grass, 
shrubs, trees 
and potted plants 
FsB 
BONE MEAL, Pure steamed, guaranteed 2.47% Nitrogen, 23% Total 
Phosphoric Acid. A favorite organic, slow-acting fertilizer for bulbs, 
perennial plants, trees, flowering shrubs and for all year round lawn 
application. Particularly effective in stimulating strong root systems. 
5-lb., 10-Ib., 25-lb. and 50-lb. bags. Prices on request. 
Grade ‘‘A’’ Shady Lawn Mixture 
Contains Chewings Fescue, Poa Trivialis, Kentucky Blue 
Grass and Red Top. This mixture is our own, being mixed 
by ourselves especially for shady spots. We use only the 
very best seeds obtainable and as more care and attention 
is required we have used the hardier grasses, that will make 
a dense, thick growth in light soils and a satisfactory lawn 
in shady places or where sun is available only part of the 
time. 
Inasmuch as we mix our own grass mixtures we have 
the individual grasses for those who want straight grass- 
es in one spot or another. 
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS, JUNE GRASS. One of the 
best grasses for perma:neucy. For lawns or pasture, it has no 
superior. Does well in any soil and stands the summer heat 
yemarkably well. As it takes some time to become established, 
it is usually sown in mixtures. 
RED TOP, A very hardy perennial grass, succeeding best 
on moist land. Valuable for lawn or pasture, and will 
produce large crops of good hay. 
DOMESTIC RYE. An annual, coarser than blue grass, 
used extensively on banks and terraces. 
ENGLISH or PERENNIAL RYE GRASS, 4_ lawn - grass 
where quick results are wanted. 
WHITE CLOVER. (Dutch). A small, low growing variety. 
lt 1s targely used in lawns and pastures. It makes a small, 
close, compact growth covering the ground like a carpet. Its 
blossoms are round, white and sweet scented, with leaves of 
bright green color. 
POA TRIVIALIS. (Rough Stalked Meadow Grass). Close- 
ty related to isentucky Blue Grass. Mostly used in shady 
places but will thrive in any soil. 
CHEWINGS FESCUE. Valuable on sandy soil and in the 
shade. It is a perennial grass with a fine blade and spread- 
ing root system. 
RED CREEPING FESCUE. One of the best Fescues ob- 
tainable. It spreads from the roots, making a dense turf 
which tends to crowd out weeds. Does well in shade and is 
good on sandy soil. 
BENT GRASS. One of the most valuable lawn grasses. 
Exceptionally good for golf courses, greens, etc., because of 
its short growth and deep green, fine-leaved foliage. Re- 
quires very rich soil and plenty of moisture. 
Mail Orders are Solicited and Prices Will be 
Quoted on Request. 
LONGHORN BRAND CATTLE MANURE. 
A safe 100% organic natural plant food and 
soil builder. 5-Ib. and 10-Ib. bags. 
ROSE FOOD 8-10-4. Specially compounded 
to contain 50% organic matter for the discrim- 
inating Rose fancier and grower. Completely 
mineralized, 100% 
plant food carrier, no 
fillers, encourages bril- 
liant colors, vigorous 
foliage and _ resistance 
to disease. 5-lb., 10-lb. 
and 25-lb. bags. 
ROSE FOOD 
8-10-4 
50% organic matter 
completely mineralized 
no filler 
FsB 
