HIGH GRADE LAWN GRASS 
WRITE FOR PRICES ON QUANTITIES. We supply grasses for f 
ings. We will gladly quote you. All prices quoted are subject to aateet Shane? Vee eee ee 
We specialize in high-grade lawn grass seed. During the pas i 
seed for some of the largest institutions in the Pacific Northwekt, Whoer ion Nab Aaa. are 
one, we can supply the seed and we will be glad to quote you for quantities either on mixtures = 
separate grasses. Many of the lawn grass mixtures on the market contain rye grass seed, We consid 
rye grasses too coarse and too rapid of growth to be included in mixtures and therefore do note, = 
them in our mixtures. In estimating the ground to be planted figure on one pound to 300 fade 
of surface. If interested in lawns, write for free bulletin on “Lawn Culture” by Ray W Gill. es 
In Western Oregon, Washington and California, September and October are ideal for sowing 
lawns. There is more moisture and annual weeds are killed by winter frosts. B 
enough so that the roots will be established before hard frost might lift and Prusieartiae cues cate 
GILBRO SPECIAL — This super mixture is 
composed of the finest bladed grasses which are 
selected on account of their great endurance. It 
will make a soft velvety lawn of uniform texture 
and appearance. All varieties in this mixture 
tolerate acid soils, thus they respond rapidly with 
acid fertilizers which in turn reduce the weed 
menace. We have many reports from our cus- 
tomers, who are highly pleased with this mixture. 
It is adapted to shade or sun. If white clover is 
desired in the mixture please mention when order- 
ing. This mixture contains 20% creeping bent, 
making it necessary to ask the following prices: 
Postpaid. Lb. $1.30. Not prepaid, 5 Ibs. or more 
at $1.20 per Ib.; 10 Ibs. or more at $1.15 per Ib. 
PACIFIC COAST LAWN MIXTURE — Cli- 
matic and soil conditions have much to do with 
the selection of varieties in lawn mixtures. This 
mixture is especially adapted to locations along 
the Coast and West of the Cascade Mountain 
range. It contains varieties which will respond in 
soils which are somewhat acid due to heavy winter 
rains. It is a very good mixture made from high 
grade grasses. It does not contain any rye grasses. 
It makes a hardy, fine bladed turf well suited to 
the average soil. If white clover is desired in the 
mixture please specify when ordering. Postpaid. 
Lb. $1.15. Not prepaid, 5 Ibs. or more at $1.05 
per Ib.; 10 Ibs. or more at $1.00 Ib. 
SWEET SOIL LAWN MIXTURE — We have 
become convinced of the advantage of having a 
high grade mixture of lawn grasses for soils that 
are sweet or rather alkaline. We offer here a good 
mixture of fine bladed grasses which will respond 
in this type of soil. We secure the best success 
where the grass varieties are suited to the climate 
and soil. Postpaid. Lb. $1.50. Not prepaid, 5 Ibs. or 
more at $1.40 per Ib.; 10 Ibs. or more at $1.35 Ib. 
MERION BLUE GRASS — A grass with su- 
perior root system and a thick turf excelling in 
richer color than Kentucky Blue Grass. The turf 
spreads quickly and one pound to 500 square feet 
is sufficient. It holds a green color all summer 
and will stand more acidity than Kentucky Blue 
Grass. Per 1%2 Ib. $2.00; Ib. $3.50. Postpaid. Not 
prepaid, 5 Ibs. at $3.30 F.O.B. Portland. 
RED CREEPING FESCUE—Rich, fine bladed 
foliage, making a splendid turf for shade or sun. 
Especially suited to sandy soils, banks, and ter- 
races. One of our finest grasses. Many very fine 
lawns have been seeded with this alone and give 
splendid satisfaction. Postpaid. Lb. $1.15. Not 
prepaid, 5 Ibs. at $1.05 per Ib.; 10 Ibs. or more 
at $1.00 Ib. 
BLUE GRASS and WHITE CLOVER — Well 
proportioned mixture. Postpaid. Lb. $1.65. Not 
ads ee 5 Ibs. at $1.55 Ib.; 10 Ibs. or more at 
° b. ‘ 
Garlic, Silverskin, see page 26. 
CHEWINGS FESCUE — Extensively used for 
lawns and golf courses. It makes a fine, close turf, 
very resistant to tramping. Postpaid. Lb. $1.15. 
Not prepaid, 5 Ibs. at $1.05 Ib.; 10 Ibs. or more 
at $1.00 Ib. 
ASTORIA BENT (Blue Tag Grade) — A native 
acclimated sort grown in Oregon. Besides creep- 
ing on the surface of the soil it has jointed roots 
that creep under ground. It is the best bent grass 
for high, well-drained soils and is very resistant 
to drought. It is often found growing in almost 
pure sand. It makes a thick, close turf, with fine 
leaf blades. Postpaid. Lb. $1.60. Not prepaid, 
5 lbs. or more at $1.50 per lb.; 10 Ibs. or more 
at $1.45 Ib. 
HIGHLAND BENT — Vigorous, quite drought 
resistant. Vigorous root creeping type. Slightly 
coarser foliage than Astoria Bent. Postpaid. 
Lb. $1.55. Not prepaid, 5 Ibs. at $1.45 Ib. 
WHITE CLOVER — Often used for lawns. We 
offer a fancy grade of seed for this purpose. 
Postpaid. Lb. $1.60. Not prepaid, 5 Ibs. at $1.50 
per lb.; 10 Ibs. or more at $1.45 Ib. 
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS—<A splendid 
general purpose grass for lawns, with hardy 
growth and fine, close turf. 24 lbs. per bushel 
grade. It does best on sweet soil. Postpaid. 
Lb. $1.75. Not prepaid, 5 Ibs. at $1.65 per Ib.; 
10 lbs. or more at $1.60 Ib. 
POA TRIVIALIS — Valuable lawn grass for 
shaded locations. In appearance it resembles Blue 
Grass. Postpaid. Lb. $1.50. Not prepaid, 5 Ibs. at 
$1.40 Ib. 
Lawn Mowers 
We handle high grade hand and power mow- 
ers. Write for prices. 
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