HOW TO DO IT! 
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Wise home owners consider the lawn an investment that increases the value of 
their property. They put into it all the materials necessary to make it a lifetime 
lawn. Remember most lawns are made only once. From the long-range standpoint, 
the sensible and economical way to build a lawn is to build one that will last. 
Don't look for bargains in grass seed. Poor seed will cost more in the end. Se- 
lect a mixture that contains at least 70 percent of permanent grasses. 
It takes at least 4 inches of good top soil—preferably 6 inches—to maintain a 
good lawn. If soil is poor, add organic matter such as peat or humus. Apply 
enough to cover the area to a depth of 1 inch. 
Add fertilizer at the rate of 30 Ibs. to 1000 sq. ft. 
If no lime has been added to the soil in recent years, it is best to apply lime- 
stone—75 Ibs. per 1000 sq. ft. 
Spread the peat, fertilizer and limestone over the area to be seeded and 
rototill or spade up, working the ingredients into the top 6 inches of soil. 
Rake the soil to a smooth finish and remove all sticks and stones. Seed may then 
be spread, applying at the rate of 4 to 5 Ibs. to 1000 sq. ft. 
Rake the seed in lightly, taking care not to bury it. Seed should not be covered 
more than 14 inch. Next roll the area to firm in the seed, and water with a fine 
spray to set it. 
Keep the newly seeded area moist, but avoid overwatering. 
The first mowing should be made when grass is about 2 inches high. 
How to Plant 
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HOLE aDUESerY, aos Plant the bushes promptly on arrival if possible. If weather con- 
ditions do not permit planting, leave the bundles in container in a cool 
place. Keep the packing material wet so the roots continue to absorb 
moisture and the branches remain green and plump until planting. 
While planting do not allow roots to be exposed to sun and wind; keep 
them covered with wet burlap or soak the roots in a pail or tub of 
water. 
Water well, then fill in 
with loose soil; tamp 
lightly 
Make the holes large enough to accommodate the roots when 
spread out naturally. Shake the plant lightly as soil is filled in so as to 
penetrate all parts of the root system. Set the plants so the knuckle 
(junction of root and top) is 2 inches below the final soil level. Stamp or 
pound the soil firmly, layer by layer, until hole is three-fourths filled, 
then water heavily. Allow water to soak in, and fill up with soil. 
Do not disturb ball 
of earth 
Fill good soil around 
ball; pack firmly with 
feet 
Prune the newly planted bush. Cut the canes back to about 5 to 7 
inches above the knuckle. Then hill soil up around the plant to prevent 
“GOOD SOIL 
drying out. After two to three weeks remove this soil on a cloudy day. 
HOW TO PLANT A SHRUB OR TREE 
Keep roots protected Plant 2 inches 
deeper than it 
grew in nursery 
Leave saucer to 
hold water 
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Dig hole large Tramp Fill with good 
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enough to receive soil : \ soil first 
roots without firmly \ 
bending 
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