The ideal time for sowing Grass and Clover Seeds, in the latitude 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 Mixtures for Golf Links and Polo Grounds 
TAIT’S PUTTING GREEN MIXTURE. A mixture of extra 
fine grasses that 
will make a close, lasting turf, improving with 
trampling. 
firm, green, 
(Write for prices.) 
TAIT’S FAIR-WAY MIXTURE. 4 ™ixture of grasses suit- 
able for fairways in gen- 
eral. (Write for prices.) 
Special Grass Mixtures For Hay, Meadows and Pastures 
All mixtures contain Ladino Clover 
N Pasture Mixture for light sandy soil. Com- 
0. posed of grasses and clovers including Tall Mead- 
ow Oat Grass, Red Top or Herd’s, Serecia, Korean and 
Common Lespedeza and Ladino Clover. (Write for prices.) 
N Pasture Mixture for good loam soil. Com- 
0. 3 posed of grasses and clovers, including Kentucky 
Blue Grass, Red Top, Orchard Grass, Meadow Fescue, 
Ladino Clover, Red Clover, Alfalfa and Lespedezas. (Write 
for prices.) 
N 3 Pasture Mixture for heavy soil. Composed of 
0. grasses and clovers, including Kentucky Blue 
Grass, Carpet Grass, Meadow Fescue, Ladino Clover, Red 
Clover, Alfalfa, and Lespedezas. (Write for prices.) 
N Pasture Mixture for low land. Composed of 
0. grasses and clovers, including a predominant 
amount of Meadow Fescue, Red Top, Carpet Grass, Tim- 
othy, Alsike Clover, Ladino Clover, and Lespedezas. 
(Write for prices.) 
GRASSES 
On all items below, write for prices on larger quantities 
BENT ASTORIA. (Agrostis Tenuis.) Rapid-growing grass. Its 
SSS shone Growth, soreacdingm nabitadeeorgnreen 
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., $1.50; 5 Ibs., $7.00; 
10 Ibs., $13.50, postpaid. 
BENT, COLONIAL. (Agrostis Capillaris.) Sometimes called 
—_ Brown Top and nearly identical with 
Rhode Island Bent. Makes excellent turf and is permanent in 
cool climates under close cutting. Lb., $1.40; 5 Ibs., $6.75; 10 
Ibs., $13.00, postpaid. 
BENT SEASIDE. (Agrostis Palustris.) Another useful creeping 
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. (Cynodon Dactylon.) For hot and 
——————— ee 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., 85¢; 5 Ibs., $4.00; 10 Ibs., 
$7.50, postpaid. 
BERMUDA HULLED. The seed of Hulled Bermuda is much 
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., $1.10; 5 Ibs., 
$5.25; 10 Ibs., $9.50, postpaid. 
BLUE, KENTUCKY. (Poa Pratensis.) This well known pas- 
= = ture grass requires several years to 
become established, but when once well set, will improve each 
year. 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., $2.25; 
5 Ibs., $10.75; 10 ibs., $20.00, postpaid. 
BLUE GRASS, MERION. A new and proven strain of 
Blue Grass. It has darker green 
foliage, greater spreading habit and makes a thicker turf than 
Kentucky Blue Grass, and also is more resistant to heat and 
drouth. For lawns it should be used instead of Kentucky Blue 
Grass. Lb., $6.00; 5 Ibs., $28.75; 10 Ibs., $55.00, postpaid. (Write 
for prices on larger quantities.) 
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., 
$1.25; 5 Ibs., $6.00; 10 Ibs., $11.50, postpaid. 
DALLAS GRASS. 
(Paspalum Dilatatum.) A desirable grass 
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 Ibs. per acre. 1 Ib., $1.50; 5 Ibs., $7.25; 
10 Ibs., $14.00, 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., 
60c; 5 Ibs., $2.75; 10 Ibs., $5.00, postpaid. 
(Certified seed.) Lb., 65¢; 5 Ibs., $3.00; 
FESCUE, ALTA. io". $5.50. s 
FESCUE, CHEWINGS. (Festuca Rubra.) This creeping- 
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., $1.25; 5 Ibs., $6.00; 10 Ibs., $11.50, 
postpaid. 
FESCUE, KENTUCKY No. 31. This grass was discovered 
eo Coéyy:* TIF. Suter, andi 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. Lb., 60c; 5 Ibs., $2.75; 10 Ibs., $5.00, postpaid. 
FESCUE, KENTUCKY No. 31. 
$5.50. 
FESCUE MEADOW. (English Blue Grass.) (Festuca Pratensis.) 
—_—_———_. 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., 75¢; 5 Ibs., $3.50; 10 Ibs., $6.50, postpaid. 
FESCUE, RED CREEPING. in growth to Chewing’s Fescue, 
but with more of a creeping habit. Has a softer texture, deeper 
color, and is considered superior for lawns. Height, 18 to 20 ins. 
Bu., 22 Ibs. Sow 40 Ibs. to the acre. Lb., $1.25; 5 Ibs., $6.00; 
10 Ibs., $11.50, postpaid. 
(Certified seed.) Lb., 65c; 
Ibs., $3.00; 10 Ibs., 
(Festuca Rubra.) Very similar 
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