lr WAS with a great deal of pleasure and pride that we read the follow- 
ing quotation in the July, 1947 issue of the HORTICULTURE magazine 
shortly after our fall catalogue was issued. 
“One of the most complete bulb catalogues issued is that of The 
Barnes Importers, Lockport, New York, [our former address] 
distributors for C. G. Van Tubergen, Ltd., Holland. Not only 
does it list the well known varieties of the common Dutch bulbs 
but also many new varieties and an exceedingly wide selection of 
species and ‘hard to get’ sorts.” 
While this spring list is extremely modest by comparison it represents a 
rich and varied selection of bulbous and tuberous plants for outdoor 
spring planting and indoor culture. We believe the species and varieties 
under each plant heading are more unique, more diversified, and more 
carefully selected than in any other spring bulb list. It is a list especially 
prepared for our thousands of gardening friends who are interested in 
exploring the flower world for new delights and fancies. 


Exotic Tuberous Regonias 
EXQUISITE BEAUTY FOR THE SHADED AREA 
Rapipry becoming one of the top favorites of American gardeners, the Tuberous Begonia 
rightfully deserves a place of honor along with Delphinium, Phlox, Gladiolus, and the many 
other plants of renowned beauty. As its favorite haunt is a well shaded spot where the soil is 
moist and cool it fills a great void in garden planning, bringing much charm and color to areas 
which ordinarily will support little bloom. Its value in this respect is unique. Culture is ex- 
tremely easy when a few primary rules are followed, and the tubers last for many years. We 
offer the finest tubers of selected strains, true to name and color. Full cultural directions are 
sent with each order. 
THE BEST OF IMPORTED DUTCH STRAINS 
DOUBLE FLOWERED. 
DOUBLE BEGONIA. 
White Pink Dark Red Copper All colors mixed 
Yellow Scarlet Orange Salmon 
Mixtuneroneach) COM taaw fut rte =A eee eet 3 for 85c, 6 for $1.60, Doz. $2:90 
BOUTON DE ROSE. Flowers resemble half-opened roses of most exquisite form. A fine 
mixture of soft pink shades which deepen toward the center. 
3 for 85c, 6 for $1.60, Doz. $2.90 
CAMELLIA FLOWERED MIXED. Without a doubt the most gorgeous class of all. 
Flowers of this type and the real Camellia japonica are identical except for a wider range of 
colors in the Begonias. This is a special mixture of white varieties charmingly edged with 
Pike wee tee nen ke es ie ewer aed. LOR-89Cr, Of ores 1,60. DOZ $2590 
FIMBRIATA (Double Frilled, Carnation Type). Fully double and exquisitely fringed. 
Hardy growers, with large flowers and foliage. Blooms are held very erect on strong stems. 
Available in the following colors. 
White Pink Orange 
Yellow Red Copper 
Each*colorechie 22000 ste oe nae Hee 3 for 85c, 6 for $1.60, Doz. $2.90 
MARMAROTA. A rather showy and unique hybrid of beautiful marbled effect on a violet- 
rose or carmine background. 
3 for 85c, 6 for $1.60, Doz. $2.90 

Tuberous Begonias 
PLEASE READ BEFORE ORDERING 
5% DISCOUNT ON EARLY ORDERS. 
In as much as we import direct to order from Holland it is to our mutual advantage 
that all orders be placed as early as possible so that all shipments from Holland will 
reach here well in advance of the planting season. Therefore we offer a 5% discount 
on all bulb orders postmarked on or before February 5, 1947. 
MINIMUM ORDER. 
Due to packaging costs we regret we cannot accept orders for less than $2.00. Nor 
can we sell a smaller quantity of any one item than is listed. 
SHIPMENT. : ; ? 
Begonias are shipped from February and on, Other bulbs are shipped in April or 
when required. 
SEND ALL ORDERS TO: 
THE BARNES IMPORTERS EAST AURORA, NEW YORK 
Phone 188 F 4 















SINGLE -FLOWERED— ze) 
GIANT SINGLES. 
White Pink Dark Red Copper Shades 
Yellow Scarlet Orange Salmon 
aA CHICOlOL eRe er ere eke. A 3 for 85c, 6 for $1.60, Doz. $2.90 
GIANT SINGLE FRINGED (Crispa). The most admired of all singles. 
White Pink Orange 
Yellow Red Copper 
Eachcolonanniieie spore hs RES aon eee a ee 3 for 85c, 6 for $1.60, Doz. $2.90 
DOUBLE MULTIFLORA. 
Of more dwarf. and compact ‘habit, this type is rapidly becoming one of the favorites for 
bedding purposes. Though flowers are smaller they are borne in such great profusion that the 
plants are almost entirely covered with blooms. One of the best for summer pot plant culture. 
This type will stand more sunshine than any of the others. 
AMI JEAN BARD. Rich orange-yellow. 
Each 40c, 3 for $1.10, 6 for $2.05 
FLAMBOYANT. (Fireflame). Profuse blooming, semi-double vermillion. Its dwarf growth 
and profusion of fiery red flowers make it especially valuable where this color is desired. 
Each 35c, 3 for $1.00, 6 for $1.90 
GUILLAUME EYSSER. One of the later creations and a great improvement on the old 
variety Rouget de I’Isle. The double, bright fiery-red flowers are of fairly large size and 
are borne well above the dark green foliage. 
Each 55c, 3 for $1.55, 6 for $2.95 
MRS. FRENE EYSSER. Very fine novelty with bright salmon-orange flowers. Same growth 
habits as previous variety. 
Each 65c, 3 for $1.80, 6 for $3.45 
MRS. RICHARD GALLE. A sport of the popular Mrs. Helen Harms. Fine orange-salmon, 
with an extremely long flowering period. 
, 3 for 85c, 6 for $1.60, Doz. $2.90 
MRS. HELEN HARMS. Considered by most as one_of the finest of the Multifloras. A pro- 
fusion of delicate golden yellow flowers all summer long. Dwarf and compact. 
Each 45c, 3 for $1.25, 6 for $2.35 
DOUBLE FLOWERED HANGING TYPE (Begonia pendula plena, Lloydi) An elegant type 
for hanging baskets, porch boxes, or pots. The graceful trailing stems bear myriads of gay 
flowers. Available in the following colors: 
White Pink Orange 
Yellow Carmine-Red 
Each Color 3 for 85c, 6 for $1.60, Doz. $2.90 
THE FAMOUS PACIFIC HYBRIDS 
DOUBLE CAMELLIA TYPE 
Individual flowers are from 5 to 8 inches in diameter, resembling roses and camellias in all 
forms and variations of color. 
SOLID UNIFORM COLORS, with slight variation only. 
White American Beauty Cardinal Red Yellow 
Pink Crimson Rose _ Scarlet Orange 
Rose Salmon Red Dark Red Flame Orange 
SALMON SHADES, varying more or less within themselves. 
Salmon Rose Shades Blush and Pink Salmons 
Apricot and Orange Salmons Yellow and Apricot Salmons 
Each 50c, 6 for $2.70, Doz. $5.00 
DOUBLE CAMELLIA PICOTEE SHADES 
Developed by inter-crossing the large Camellia type with the small Marmarota type. Flowers 
are slightly smaller in some instances but of beautiful Camellia form, with two-toned com- 
binations of color with a definitely contrasting edge. 
AVAILABLE COLORS. 
Red Shades Pink-Rose Shades Salmon Shades 
Each 50c, 6 for $2.70, Doz. $5.00 
CHOICE SELECT VARIETIES 
An offering of selected seedling tubers. During the flowering season all the choicest new 
seedlings which are above average in size, form and color are selected and marked. These are 
offered to connoisseurs who desire only the finest for their gardens. All are top size tubers. 
Each $1.00, Doz. $10.00 
AVAILABLE IN 
Double Camellia Fype 
Double Camellia Picotee Shades 
Double Hanging Basket Type 
Fimbriata Plena Type (Carnation flowered) 
RUFFLED NOVELTIES FOR 1948 
For several years the best forms of the Double Camellia Type have been interbred with the 
Fimbriata Plena Type to produce eventually a new ruffled Camellia type which would 
combine the best characters of both. This year a number of crosses gave excellent results, so 
we are able to supply a limited amount of these new beautiful forms. Only a few of the very 
best are chosen, those that exceed in beauty, size of flowers, and form. 
Each $2.00, 6 for $10.80, Doz. $20.00 
TUBEROUS BEGONIA SEED 
Growing tuberous-rooted Begonias from seed is a fascinating and worthwhile adventure that 
can be carried on in the average living room if the few cultural directions are followed. Seeds are 
available January through March, but are best sown in mid-February. Complete cultural 
directions are included with all seed orders. 
RUFFLED NOVELTIES OF 1948. In mixture only $5.00 per packet 
$2.50 per half packet 
DOUBLE CAMELLIA T YPE—Individual colors or mixture. 
DOUBLE CAMELLIA PICOTEE SHADES—Individual colors or mixture. 
DOUBLE HANGING T YPE— Mixture only. 
FIMBRIATA PLENA TYPE—Mixture only. 
Each type, color; or mixture aoc wet a ee 42.50 per packet 
$1.25 per half packet 
A highly recommended book for Tuberous Begonia enthusiasts. 
Tuberous-Rooted Begonias and Their Cylture— by George Otten 
Shipped promptly, postage prepaid. 
A small but very thorough and well written book covering all details of general culture, 
propagation by seed, cuttings and divisions, hybridization, classification of types 
diseases, and use of the cut flower for table decorations. : 

