Lawn Grass 
Trials on 
Moreton Farm 
Carroll Griminger and 
Carl Warren inspect 
the plots where experi- 
mental and standard 
mixtures as well as 
separate varieties of 
grasses are grown and 
compared. 
HARRIS’ 
MERION BLEND. For the Loveliest Lawns. 
This mixture of the famous Merion Bluegrass (see inside front cover) 
together with Highland Bent and Illahee Fescue makes the finest-tex- 
tured and most attractive lawns we know. More adaptable and easier 
to establish than Merion alone, it deserves good care—regular mowing, 
plenty of fertilizer and in severe drouth, occasional thorough watering. 
It will make a deep, thick velvety turf of deep green color that you will 
be proud to own. Use only 11% lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. 
44 Lb. $1.35; Lb. $2.55; 2 Lbs. $5.00; 5 Lbs. $12.25; 10 Lbs. $24.00; 
25 Lbs. or more at $2.35 per lb. prepaid. 
MERION BLUEGRASS. The Best Seed. (See Inside Cover.) 
This vigorous, hardy, deep-rooted new grass produces lawns of out- 
standing quality. It holds its beautiful deep green color all summer, 
stands close mowing and by making an exceptionally thick close turf, 
it largely prevents weeds and crabgrass from getting started. Resistant 
to leaf spot disease, tolerant of drouth. 1 to 1% lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. 
14 Lb. $1.95; Lb. $3.75; 2 Lbs. $7.40; 5 Lbs. $18.25; 10 Lbs. $36.00; 
25 Lbs. or more at $3.50 per lb. prepaid. 
LAWN GRASS SEED 
HARRIS’ SUPERFINE. For Average Conditions. 
A general purpose mixture of 95% permanent grasses, this proven 
formula is highly satisfactory in every way. It contains a high per- 
centage of Kentucky Bluegrass plus Highland Bent, Illahee Fescue and 
a little Red Top to give it a quick start. It succeeds under a wide range 
of conditions, resists wear and makes a hardy, dependable, long-lasting 
sod of fine texture and appearance. Plant 3 Ibs. per 1000 sq. ft. 
4 Lb. 90c; Lb. $1.60; 2 Lbs. $3.15; 5 Lbs. $7.75; 10 Lbs. $15.00; 
25 Lbs. or more at $1.45 per lb. prepaid. 
SHADY LAWN and SPECIAL PURPOSE MIXTURE. 
A quick-growing, wear-resistant grass for more difficult lawn areas. It 
grows well in shade and is also useful for slopes, terraces and places 
that get heavy traffic. We use the narrow-leaved Illahee and Chewings 
Fescues with Poa Trivialis, which thrives in moist shady spots, and 
some Kentucky Bluegrass, all permanent grasses of wide adaptation. 
Sow 3 to 4 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. ° 
44 Lb. 75c; Lb. $1.35; 2 Lbs. $2.65; 5 Lbs. $6.25; 10 Lbs. $12.00; 
25 Lbs. or more at $1.15 per lb. prepaid. 
SEPARATE VARIETIES OF GRASSES 
ILLAHEE CREEPING FESCUE. 
This strain of creeping fescue has been outstanding in our tests because 
of its ability to tolerate difficult conditions. It survives on dry soil 
whether in sun or shade, stands heavy wear and makes a thick growth, 
spreading by underground runners. Very fine-bladed, produces a 
tough, fine-textured sod. Very valuable in mixtures. 4 lbs. per 1000 sq. 
ie Lb. $1.25; 2 Lbs. $2.40; 5 Lbs. $5.50; 10 Lbs. $10.70 postpaid. 
Not paid: 25 Lbs. or more at 95c per Lb. 
CHEWINGS FESCUE. Similar to Illahee in appearance but does not have 
the marked creeping habit and is even more durable. Excellent for 
places that get hard wear and very successful in shade. 
Lb. $1.10; 2 Lbs. $2.10; 5 Lbs. $4.75; 10 Lbs. $9.20 postpaid. 
Not paid: 25 Lbs. or more at 80c per Lb. 
CLOVER FOR LAWNS. We regret that there is no seed available this year 
of the true Kent Wild White Clover, the only clover we recommend for 
lawn use. We can offer seed of New Zealand White Clover, a similar 
type but somewhat larger leaved, taller and more apt to show blossoms. 
Use for pastures and rough areas, but not for fine lawns. 
NEW ZEALAND WHITE CLOVER. 
1% Lb. 55c; Lb. $1.50; 5 Lbs. $1.40 postpaid. 
Not paid: 25 Lbs. or more at $1.25 per lb. 
Domestic Rye Grass—Adds soil-building humus. 
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS. The standard lawn grass for sunny situations 
on normally good soil and the basis for most mixtures. Also excellent 
for permanent pastures. Rich green color, makes a thick, durable sod. 
Our seed is extra clean, pure and heavy, 28 lbs. per bu. instead of the 
usual 21 lbs. Sow 2 to 3 Ibs. per 1000 sq. ft. 
Lb. $1.75; 2 Lbs. $3.45; 5 Lbs. $8.35; 10 Lbs. $16.20 postpaid. 
Not paid: 25 Lbs. or more at $1.50 per Lb. 
COLONIAL BENT. Fine-textured and bright green in color, this semi- 
creeping grass makes beautiful lawns that can be cut very close. It 
succeeds on acid soil, makes a dense turf but requires frequent mowing, 
heavy fertilizing and regular watering. Sow 11% lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. 
Lb. $1.85; 2 Lbs. $3.65; 5 Lbs. $8.85; 10 Lbs. $17.20 postpaid. 
Not paid: 25 Lbs. or more at $1.60 per Lb. 
HIGHLAND BENT. A strain of Colonial Bent that is particularly success- 
ful in lawn mixtures. It is very fine leaved, hardy and vigorous, and 
seems more tolerant of heat and dry weather. 11% lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. 
Lb. $1.50; 2 Lbs. $2.90; 5 Lbs. $7.00; 10 Lbs. $13.70 postpaid. 
Not paid: 25 Lbs. or more at $1.25 per Lb. 
PERENNIAL RYE GRASS. For Quick Covering. 
Useful on slopes and other difficult places for its quick growth and 
tenacious roots. Bright, shiny green, rank growing, hard to cut and very 
persistent. Not recommended for lawns but valuable as an inexpen- 
sive permanent cover. 5 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. 
Lb. 60c; 2 Lbs. $1.10; 5 Lbs. $2.60; 10 Lbs. $4.90 postpaid. 
Not paid; 25 Lbs. or more at 38c per Lb. 
DOMESTIC RYE GRASS. For Temporary or Winter Cover. 
A very quick-growing, low cost grass that will provide a thick cover 
on land not ready for final seeding to permanent lawn grasses. Excellent 
for soil improvement and winter protection, it may be sowed anytime 
in midsummer or early fall, right on your growing crops. In late fall it 
makes a heavy growth with a deep matted root system that prevents 
erosion, preserves fertility and adds humus when plowed under. 
For a temporary seeding, use 3 to 4 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. As a winter 
cover in the garden 1 or 2 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. are sufficient, and ona 
large scale 15 to 20 lbs. per acre will make a good growth. 
Lb. 45c; 2 Lbs. 75c; 5 Lbs. $1.55; 10 Lbs. $2.80 postpaid. 
Not paid: 25 Lbs. or more at 17c per lb. 
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