Dutch Bulbs for Fall Planting: Autumn 1905 (Classic Reprint) / Briggs Seed Co Steele

Narcissus or Daffodils A beautiful genus of spring blooming flowers, becoming more populir every year. Tliere are a large number of varieties, and some of the latest introductions are of exceptional merit. The varieties listed in this catalogue are among the most desirable. They are perfectly hardy, thriving in almost any soil and situation, and need not be disturbed oftener than once in 3or 4years, and not then unless they have become too much crowded with oflsets. Plant in the fall in good garden soil about 3or 4inches deep and 4to 6inches apart, or plant in pots in the house with 3or 4bulbs in a 5-inch pot, giving about the same treatment as for Hyacinths. The cut flowers of Daffodils are much in demand for bouquets and vases, and some of the varieties are forced in immense quantities by florists for cut flowers in winter. 193 A rd-R lgli, or I rish King. This is the earliest and most vigorous Giant Trumpet Daflouil inculiivation. Fine bold flowersof immense size. Color, both of perianth and trumpet, full rich yellow. It is an easy sort for pot culture and forcing. Each 6c.; doz. 60c. postpaid. 194 Blcolor Victoria. (N ew). A variety recently introduced and of exceptional merit. It bears usually two or three large flowers with a creamy white perianth and clear yellow trumpet. (S ee illustration on back cover of catalogue). Price, each 10c., per doz. $1.00, postpaid. 195 I tlflorns. Primrose Peerless Daffodil, pure white with yellow cup, bearing two flowers on each stem. 3for 10c.; per doz., 30c. postpaid. 196 Bnlbocodlnni. The large Yellow Hoop Petticoat, is a gem for pot culture and edgings, and bears from six to twelve flowers to each bulb. Each, 5c., doz., 50c. postpaid. 197 Emperor. One of the finest Daffodils in cultivation, entire flower of the richest yellow, trumpet of immense size, and the petals of the perianth are so broad they overlap and meas
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