FERTILIZERS—SOIL | 
BONE MEAL 
Made from fresh ground bone and steamed, making it 
quick acting. An essential fertilizer for the growing 
of perennials, especially iris and peonies, for roses, 
shrubbery and for tulips and other bulbs and flowers 
requiring a good supply of phosphorous. Analysis about 
2% Nitrogen and 27% Phosphoric Acid. 
5511—5 lIbs., $1.15; 10 Ibs., $1.89; 25 lbs., $3.98, post- 
ae 4th zone. Not prepaid: 50 Ibs., $3.75; 100 Ibs., 
FISH FERTILIZER Organic Liquid Plant Food 
A highly nutritious and fully complete plant food 
derived from salt water fish, one of the world’s oldest 
sources for fertilizer. Entirely odorless, safe and can- 
not burn. Unexcelled for all kinds of begonias, fuchsias 
and all other flowering plants. Highly concentrated. 
5196—4 oz. bottle, 42¢; pt., $1.24, postpaid. 
FLORALIFE Makes Cut Flowers Live Longer 
Retards wilting—keeps color and fragranee much 
longer even in steam-heated rooms. No need to change 
water or recut stems. 
5425—pkg., 15¢; 4 pkgs., 55¢; 12 pkgs., $1.35, postpaid. 
Grows BETTER 
Plants Q R 
Complete, balanced plant food builds sturdy plants. 
Soluble, it assures immediate availability of growth- 
producing elements. Will not burn. Clean and odorless. 
Produces superior plants, vegetables, lawns, trees. Ex- 
cellent for seedlings, cuttings and transplants. Use 
indoors or outdoors in soil, sand or water (Hydro- 
ponics). 1 oz. makes 6 gallons. Directions on package. 
5422—oz., 10¢; 3 oz., 28¢; lb., (makes 100 gals.), $1.10, 
postpaid. 
MANNA-in-a-POT 
Your old favorite MANNA, the fast-acting soluble 
plant food and transplant-starter that’s fortified with 
hormones, vitamins and minerals . .. and grows better 
plants in sand, cinders, soil or water . . . now packed 
with a beautiful, washable, durable Florette. Choice of 
green, yellow, red or ivory. A genuine bargain! Enough 
MANNA for 500 pounds (75 gal.) liquid fertilizer and 
314” size Florette for only $1.10, postpaid. 
MILORGANITE 
A natural organic plant food or fertilizer, fine for 
lawns, vegetables, flowers and general use. Scientific 
process of manufacture assures high purity and high 
content of plant food elements. Milorganite has no 
objectionable odor, is free of weed seeds and harm- 
ful bacteria, yet stimulates development of vitally 
needed soil micro-organisms which convert insoluble 
soil nutrients into available and usable compounds. 
It is easy to use because each particle is a distinct 
granule (not a powder) so it does not cling to vegeta- 
tion and causes no burning. Milorganite is clean, dust- 
less, and free-flowing, hence easy to apply, even on a 
windy day, as it does not blow away during spread- 
ing. Does not cake or harden during storage and does 
not rot the bag. Analysis 6% Nitrogen and 2% Phos- 
phorie Acid. 
5525—5 lIbs., 98¢; 10 Ibs., $1.56; 25 1b8., $2.80, post- 
a 4th zone. Not. prepaid: 50 Ibs., $2.40; 100 lbs., 
3.85. 
PEAT 
Finely ground peat, very desirable for adding as a top 
dressing to the lawn or for spading into the soil for the 
garden or when making a new lawn. Also excellent for 
the rose bed, and for use as a mulch. One bag will top 
dress 800 to 1000 square feet, one-half inch deep. Ideal 
in which to keep wornis for fishing. 
5462—5 lbs., $1.00; 10 Ibs., $1.65, postpaid to 4th zone. 
We can also supply larger quantities in tough bags lined 
with plastic. This plastic liner keeps the peat moss in 
excellent condition so that it arrives ready to use in 
its best state. We urge purchase of more than 100 lbs. 
as transportation must be paid on 100 lbs. minimum 
weight. 
Not prepaid: Bag No. 2 (weight approximately 75 lbs.), 
$2.75; 3 bags for $7.80. Bag No. 3 (35 to 38 Ibs.), $1.98; 
3 bags for $5.70. Shipped from northern Iowa. 
ORGANIC PHOSPHATE 
(RUHM’S) 
Natural, purely organic rock 
phosphate, containing no 
harmful chemicals. 30% 
phosphorus’ available, the 
element necessary to produce 
flowers, fruit and_ seed. 
Ground extremely fine and 
readily available. Cannot 
burn. Recommended for 
lawns, shrubs, gardens and 
all farm crops. Use 5 lbs. to 
TOG sa. > ft; 
5571—5 lbs., 94¢; 10 Ibs., $1.44, postpaid to 4th zone. 
Not prepaid: Bag (80 Ibs.), $2.00. 
Ask for prices on large quantities. 
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SHEEP MANURE —— 
A natural manure which has been heat treated and 
pulverized to kill weed seeds, is all organic and its 
fertilizing qualities are released gradually over a long 
period of time. It is highly regarded by growers of 
flowers, vegetables and lawns and because of its humus 
nature is particularly beneficial to all types of soil, 
because of its moisture-holding capacity and its tend- 
ency to make soils more friable. Analysis 1.5% Nitro- 
gen, 1% Phosphate, 2% Potash. : 
5586—5 Ibs., 98¢; 10 Ibs., $1.54; 25 Ibs., $2.75, post- 
ae to 4th zone. Not prepaid: 50 Ibs., $2.15; 100 Ibs., 
n¢ 
SOIL BUILDER 
Organic Plant Food 
A true organic fertilizer composed of 
80% dead plant and animal tissue, 
including meat scraps, bone meal, 
hooves, blood, ete., from stock yards. 
Promotes healthier, dark green foli- 
age on flowers, shrubs, lawns, more 
nutritious vegetables. Contains 15% 
protein, many important minerals. 
Adds humus, loosens heavy soil, re- 
tains moisture, remains active 3-4 
ds soil! Pulverized, heat-sterilized. 
years. Reaily buil 
Not prepaid: 100 Ibs. 
5582—5 lbs., $1.10, postpaid. 
(about 6 bu.), $4.25 by freight. 
VERMICULITE 
(Terra-Lite Brand) 
SOIL CONDITIONER and PLANT STARTER 
An extremely light-weight porous material which 
readily absorbs water. Splendid for mixing with 
heavier types of soil to make it loose and friable so that 
the soil will hold water and not bake hard in dry 
weather. Ideal for germinating seeds and starting cut- 
tings. Grand to use for mulching or storing bulbs and 
roots. It seems to absorb moisture when bulbs are too 
moist and to give off moisture when bulbs are dry. 
Will not permit fungus or algal growth. It is clean, 
light and easy to handle. : 
5596—1% peck, 70¢; 14 bushel, $1.35, postpaid. Not 
ym Bag (2 bu.), $2.00; large bag (314 bu.), 
.45. 
AERO-FEEDER 
Makes Plants Grow 
By simply pouring water in Aero-Feeder 
to supply adequate air and moisture to 
plant roots. Promotes healthy, luxuriant 
growth. Fertilizer tablet may be used if 
desired. 
5166—3 for 29¢, postpaid. 
SPECIAL GIFT BOX containing 10 
Aero-Feeders for $1.00, postpaid. 
CYCLONE SEED SOWER 
a/R 73 ~6hdIdeal for sowing clover, tim- 
i othy, alfalfa, lespedeza, sudan 
grass, oats, wheat, or any other 
seed that is sown broadcast. 
Strongly constructed, a double 
feed insuring a uniform flow of 
seed. Feed adjustment is auto- 
matic and starts or stops flow 
of seed instantly. 
5461—Each, $4.35, postpaid. 
FLORAGARDE 
Tells When Plants Need Water 
An amazingly simple and clever device which 
assures proper watering. When color at top is 
pink, no water is needed but when color is blue, 
it is time to give the plant more water. Scientifie 
and accurate. 
5191—7 for $1.00, postpaid. 
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\ Sat os Keeps the foliage on your house 
plants clean. FLORAGLOW in- 
stantly eliminates dirt and dust 
from leaves and imparts a beauti- 
ful, lasting gloss, a glow of 
health and vigor. Simply spray 
on plant 
5423—6 oz. bottle, 57¢, postpaid. 
GARDEN MARKERS 
Don’t lose track of your valuable plants for 
lack of proper labeling. This garden marker 
is highly efficient for identifying plants. 
Simply write with ordinary lead pencil 
which lasts indefinitely in all weather con- 
ditions. Writing erases easily so marker 
can be used repeatedy. Made of indestruc- 
tible plastic material. 
5312—-pkg. of 20 markers, $1.00, postpaid. 
» JOHN A. SALZER SEED COMPANY, LA CROSSE, WISC 
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GRASS SHEARS 
Sturdy pressed steel « 
with red enameled handles. | 
al, heat treated, finished blac 
Not too large, easy for women 
to use. eae 
(5320—$1.59, postpaid. = = 8 8 
HAND~- 
WEEDER £ use wherever necessary. _ 
eA 8 5359—Price, 47¢; 2 for 89 
Tools postpaid. - ore 
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HOZE NOZZLE —~> ae 
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A revolutionary advance in hose nozzles. -From a 
powerful jet to the softest mist at the tip of your 
finger. Scientifically and strongly constructed. Jet will 
reach top of 2 story house in ease of fire. : 
5186—$1.59, postpaid. 
\\y HOTKAPS 
Hotkaps,—strong little hot houses,— — 
will protect your plants from ~“de- 
structive frost, storms and insects! University tests 
prove Hotkaps increase total yield 18%, promote big= 
ger vegetables, ripen crops two weeks earlier, bring one 
higher prices at market! Hotkaps are quickly and 
easily set. The increased and earlier yields pay for 
them many times over. Crop failure is costly,—Hot- 
kaps Protection is cheap. } 4 . 
5400—25 Hotkaps, Home Garden Pkg. with Setter 
$1.10; 100 Hotkaps with Setter, $3.30; 250 Hotkaps with 
Setter, $6.15; 1000 Hotkaps (no Setter), $19.85, post- 
Paid: Steel Setter, $2.00; Fibreboard Setter, 29¢, post- 
paid. B . 
“LAWN es 
MOWER ie a 
SHARPENER 
Sharpen your old mower, { 
make it cut like a new 
one. Use this little tool 
A specially constructed, four sided, easily replaced file 
sharpens as the tool is drawn over lawn mower blade. 
5350—$1.50, postpaid. = 
Plant by the Moon — ice 
The Moon Sign Book gives practical in= — 
structions concerning planetary influence — 
on planting and harvesting, the result of more than 40 
years of research, by Lewellyn George. te oe | 
Thousands use the Moon Book successfully each year 
because it shows what to plant and the dates when to ~ 
plant in order to work in harmony with the best influ- 
ences of Nature. Simplified tables for immediate daily 
use. 5. 
Sold on the publisher’s unconditional guarantee, money 
back if not satisfied. 256 pages. ‘ ‘ i 
5707—Price, $1.35, postpaid. 
Note—We as a company are non-committal as to pla ( 
ing by the moon, but offer the above book for those — 
who are interested in this intriguing subject. = = 
