NEW Hardy PRIMROSES 
Like the well known Pansy and the celebrated Rose the lovable Primrose long ago won the hearts of gardeners throughout 
the world. This charming family opens its flower show upon the heels of melting winter snows and the flower pageant 
continues for months until the first hot days of summer relentlessly bring down the curtain on one of Spring's most colorful 
displays. We simply cannot picture a spring garden without Primroses. 
Polyanthus, because of their ease of culture, myriad color combinations and large size are most popular in American 
gardens. Many hybridizers, mostly on the Pacific coast, have been working diligently with this group during the past twent) 
years. The results of their efforts have created new strains far superior to those generally known only a few years ago. For 
those gardeners who are not yet acquainted with this large family there are other groups including Auriculas, Juliana hybrids 
and the Candelabras which in the right locations and under suitable conditions will afford as much pleasure as the Polyanthus. 
Remember that there are primroses for the shady location, rockery or bog garden. You will find varieties for all purposes 
im our listing. 
CULTURE: Primroses will not endure excessive heat nor extreme aridity. Neither will they withstand sub zero temperatures 
without protection. With few exceptions they prefer a deep fertile soil that is cool and moisture retentive. In the Pacific 
Northwest primroses are successfully grown in full sun but for most other sections of the country we advise considerable shade. 
SHIPMENT. Spring or fall. Most plants shipped from March to May will be in bud or flower. 
BARNHAVEN STRAIN 
Our fondness for primroses goes back many years and spring 
visitors to our garden always admire the different primrose plant- 
ings in our display section. Here fanciers have had the oppor- 
tunity to compare the merits of different strains both domestic 
and foreign. Invariably their conclusions have supported our own. 
All points considered, widest color range, clarity of color, size 
of florets, strong stems, attractive foliage, etc., Barnhaven prim- 
roses lead all others. Neither the novice nor the fancier can 
afford to pass up this superior strain. As all Barnhaven Poly- 
anthus, Acaulis and Auriculas are grown from hand pollinated 
seeds our customers are assured of receiving highest quality 
plants at all times. Because Barnhaven’s breeding program re- 
quires the hand pollinated seed crop only, no plants, no matter 
how meritorious, are retained for future propagation. 
BARNHAVEN SILVER DOLLAR POLYANTHUS 
This strain offers a color range unmatched by any other we have 
tested in our garden. There are vivid bronze, copper and tile 
shades, delicate pastels from creamy pinks through apricot to 
rosy buffs. All hues of red in scarlets, carmines and vermilions, 
cool blues from sky tints to deepest blues, gorgeous yellows from 
palest ivory to deepest orange, pure frosty whites with gold cen- 
ters and in addition various art or smoky shades difficult to 
describe. The Levys have given special attention to developing 
largest flower heads, shorter pedicels and stiff stems. Stems are 
about 9 to 10 inches in height and the many florets on sturdy 
stalks each average silver dollar size and often larger. Flower 
form is remarkable as florets may be lightly ruffled, or intensely 
shirred. Others are prim and formal in appearance without the 
slightest ripple on their smooth petals. Frankly these showy yet 
refined Polyanthus are about the nearest thing to perfection. 
Because of limited stocks we are unable to supply these prim- 
roses in separate colors this year. However, all plants shipped this 
spring will be selected while in bloom and we are confident that 
you will be delighted with any of them. 
COMPLETE COLOR MIXTURE 
3 for 1.50; 6 for 2.75; 12 for 5.00 
BRILLIANT SHADES 3 for 1.50; 6 for 2.75; 12 for 5.00 
Selection of most vivid colors including reds, coppers and 
yellows. 
PASTEL SHADES 3 for 1.50; 6 for 2.75; 12 for 5.00 
The delicate colors and soft blends including ivory, pink, 
apricot and rose will comprise this selection. 
BARNHAVEN GIANT ACAULIS 
Similar in all respects to the Polyanthus except that the florets 
are produced on individual stems in place of pedicels attached to 
a central stalk. Acaulis may also begin flowering anytime from 
late fall throughout the winter and the peak of bloom is reached 
at the earliest possible moment in the spring depending on the 
weather. Barnhaven Acaulis are noteworthy for their immense 
size and clear colors. The plants are literally smothered with 
flowers and there is no lovelier sight in early spring than a large 
clump in full bloom. Height averages about 6 inches. 
Available for spring shipment: 
BLUE SHADES Each .75; 3 for 2.00; 12 for 6.50 
From purest sky blue to deep ultra-marine. 
Available for late summer and fall shipment: 
MIXED COLORS Each .65; 3 for 1.75; 12 for 6.00 
Finest selections of pink, rose, yellow, white and blue shades. 
BEFORE ORDERING, PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 63 
BARNHAVEN SILVER DOLLAR POLYANTHUS 
BARNHAVEN GARDEN AURICULAS 
The Auricula is the greatest show flower of all primulas. A dis- 
play of prize Show, Alpine and Garden type2s invariably steals 
any floral exhibit. Unfortunately the Show and Alpine varieties 
are not adapted to outdoor culture but we now have a foremost 
strain in Barnhaven Garden Auriculas that will be a revelation to 
all primrose lovers. These large robust plants with 6 to 8 inch 
stems bearing huge flowers of Polyanthus size in amazingly 
beautiful and richest colors are simply sensational. Primrose 
specialists here in the Northwest charge $2.00 to $3.00 apiece 
for specimens of comparable quality. We know our prices for 
these superlative plants are exceptionally low but we want as 
many as possible to have the opportunity to enjoy these beauties 
in their own garden. All Auriculas are evergreen and if they 
never flowered we would grow them for their elegant and most 
interesting foliage. Leaves may be bright green or silvery gray. 
Some are coated with white or yellow meal. In others the leaves 
are serrated like a saw blade. Size and form vary greatly. 
We have grown them in different types of soil and exposures 
with excellent results. Like other primroses their principal needs 
are fertile soil, good drainage and water during hot, dry weather. 
They are extremely hardy and will endure more sun than Poly- 
anthus. 
SUPREME MIXTURE Each .65; 3 for 1.75; 12 for 6.50 
Including brilliant wine, purple, mahogany and yellow colors. 
Also numerous pastel shades of lavender, cream, pink, brown 
and gray. The flowers of many plants are delightfully ruffled. 
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