HARDY PRIMROSES 
Like the well known pansy and the celebrated rose the lovable primrose long ago 
won the hearts of gardeners throughout the world. We simply cannot picture 
a spring garden without primroses. 
CULTURE: Primroses will not endure excessive heat nor extreme aridity. Neither 
will they withstand sub zero temperatures without protection. With few excep- 
tions 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 sec- 
tions of the country we advise considerable shade. 
SHIPMENT: Spring or fall. Most plants shipped from March to May will be in 
bud or flower. 
GARDEN AURICULAS 
The Auricula is the greatest show flower of all primulas. A display of prize 
Show, Alpine and Garden types invariably steals any floral exhibit. Unfortunately 
the Show and Alpine varieties are not adapted to outdoor culture but we novge” 
have a foremost strain of Garden Auriculas that will be a reve- 
lation 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. 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. 
JULIANA HYBRID NETTIE P. GALE 
Jackson, Miss. 
|! must thank you for the 
prompt delivery (by special 
delivery) of the CHRYS- 
ANTHEMUM plants. They 
reached me in perfect or- 
Mrs. M. M. 
Mt. View, California 
The HIGO SEED | planted last summer are 
all big, husky plants, and three of them 
are blooming. Each one is exquisite. 
Nishiki Gi is full of buds. | think flowers 
come about as fast from seeds as from 
roots! Jack Craig der. 
TRITOMAS ARE UNSURPASSED FOR CUTTING 
GIANT GARDEN AURICULA 
; 
Los Angeles, California 
My order of TRITOMAS and PRIMROSES arrived in excel- 
lent condition. Thank you very much for the unexpecied 
extra Tritoma. 
H. C. Franklin 
HARDY CANDELABRA PRIMROSES 
Under proper conditions these Asiatic primulas, commonly desig- 
nated as Candelabras, are the most spectacular of all in the 
garden. A well grown collection of pink Japonicas or velvety 
crimson Pulverulentas in full flower is a magnificent sight. In 
addition they are among the last to bloom and are at their peak 
in early summer after the Polyanthus are gone. They are the 
giants of their genus. The stalwart green or silvered flower stalks 
grow up to 3 feet above giant leaves | foot or more in length. 
Their size and glorious effect in mass plantings merits the con- 
sideration of all who possess large gardens and suitable growing 
conditions. 
Because the Candelabras are moisture lovers we do not recom- 
mend them for dry, hot climates unless your garden contains a 
bog or stream or you can supply abundant water from spring 
until fall. They bloom well in dense shade and offer distinctive 
planting materials for the woodland or any location with north 
exposure. In Western Oregon and Washington they are easily 
grown anywhere and increase most rapidly if allowed to ripen 
and self sow their seeds. 
FINEST HYBRID MIXTURE 3 for 1.50; 6 for 2.75; 12 for 5.00 
Many species and hybrids are involved in this splendid selec- 
tion including pinks, reds, purples and copper shades. 
JULIANA HYBRIDS 
These miniature 20th century hybrids are a most welcome addi- 
tion to the primrose family. All are derived from the precious, 
diminutive species Juliae crossed with Acaulis and Polyanthus 
types. Their Juliae traits of unusual hardiness and tolerance of 
summer heat and drouth have enabled gardeners in more diffi- 
cult areas to grow primroses successfully for the first time. Re- 
ports from the midwest where hot summers and cold winters pre- 
vail already indicate they are destined to become most popular 
throughout the country. For the small intimate garden or the 
cool rockery these miniature jewels will afford greatest delight. 
And as an edging plant along garden paths or perennial borders 
they are invaluable. Most varieties are rapid increasers and a 
single clump will provide hundreds of plants in a few years. Many 
bloom so liberally that their leaves are completely hidden when 
in full flower. The neat foliage in different shades of green often 
tinted bronze is attractive at all times. 
SUPREME MIXTURE Each .75; 3 for 2.00; 12 for 6.50 
Colors include pink, yellow, purple and red shades selected 
mostly from named varieties. 
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