PRIMROSES 
Hardy primulas are among the most popular and best 
known perennials. Massed under flowering trees and 
shrubs; grouped in the border; naturalized in woodland, 
by stream or pool, or in the rock garden they present a 
gorgeous picture. Moreover, in moderate climates, by 
selecting varieties with different blooming seasons, it is 
possible to have primroses in flower the year around. 
Since the hundreds of varieties of primulas come from all 
over the world, it is also possible to choose types adapted 
to almost any climatic conditions. Such primulas as Sie- 
boldii, which withstand the rigors of a Siberian winter, or 
Auriculas from the Alps, or Candelabras from the high 
elevations of China, should surely thrive in any of the 
colder sections of the United States. Asiatic primulas are 
becoming increasingly better known, and, as an addition to 
the Acaulis, the Polyanthus and the Auricula plantings, 
they provide a longer sequence of bloom. 
EUROPEAN 
POLYANTHUS 
This “many flowered” primula has beautiful, large flower 
clusters on tall stems. The ancestors of the modern Poly- 
anthus are probably P. Acaulis and the Cowslip or the 
Oxlip of the European woodlands. The flowering trees 
and shrubs of the home garden offer the same environ- 
ment in miniature. It is the best known primula and means 
primrose’ to most people. 

Polyanthus Yellow, Copper, Rust Shades 
WHEN TO SOW PRIMULA SEED 
In cool climates primrose seed can be sowed successfully 
at any time of the year, but we believe the best germina- 
tion will result when it is planted either in late winter or 
early spring, before the season of frosts is over. If sowed 
during the heat of summer it is always advisable, after the 
first seedlings have been carefully removed, to leave the 
seed flats undisturbed, until cooler weather to give the 
planting a chance for secondary germination. This ap- 
plies especially to both pastel and blue Polyanthus, Acau- 
lis, and to all the Asiatics. The latter often will not germi- 
nate while the weather is too warm. : 
In warmer climates, best results will be obtained by plant- 
ing the primrose seeds in the coolest part of the year. 
Our primula seed is gathered from plants ESPECIALLY 
SELECTED AND GROWN for seed production. We offer 
only fresh seed, gathered at maturity, and properly cured 
to ensure good germination. 
Complete planting instructions are enclosed with each seed order. 
PRIMULAS 
COLOSSAL STRAIN. These primroses are grown to sat- 
isfy the American taste. Such advances in hybridization 
have taken place as to make this newer Polyanthus far 
superior to the older strain. The blossoms of these giants 
are early and unbelievably large. Under proper cultiva- 
tion, the individual flowers can measure from 1¥2 to 2 
inches or more. Well grown seedlings from this strain will 
produce larger blooms than will divisions. The massive 
flower umbels are carried on 10 to 12 in. stems, well above 
the lush green foliage. Individuals and growers not pre- 
viously interested in primulas, have, after seeing our plant 
ings and exhibits, become primula enthusiasts. 
The color sequence is wide and varied, with many unusual 
shades. In addition to the usual clear colors—white, yel- 
low, red, etc.—this strain contains many variations of tones 
and shades not always found in Polyanthus primroses: 
lovely soft pastels in pink, lavender, peach, salmon and 
rose, as well as gold, tile shades, burgundy, fuchsia, and 
violet. 
While these are hardy outdoor primulas, they are mag- 
nificent when grown in pots under conditions where indoor 
culture or growing in lath houses is desired. The varied 
colors and attractive foliage make them valuable for com- 
bination pots and boxes, and they are excellent for cor- 
sages and small nosegays. Mixed colors only. Pkt. (200 
seeds) $1.00. 
PASTEL SELECTIONS. These are gathered from selected 
plants, in pink, lavender, peach, apricot, salmon, rose, 
lilac, and two-toned shades, as well as new color breaks 
and unusual tones, many of which have been hand polli- 
nated. These are primroses for the discriminating, for blue 
ribbon as well as garden effect. These seeds may be 
slower to germinate. Save even the smallest seedling. 
Mixed colors only. Pkt. $2.00. Sold out till July, 1949. 
BLUE SHADES. The color range—now practically free from 
magenta—is from forget-me-not blue through medium to 
sapphire and darkest blue. The blooms are almost as large 
as those of our mixed Polyanthus. Pkt. $2.00. 
