D.-M> FERRY & CO, DETROIT, MICH. ii 
NARCISSUS oR DAFFODIL 
Ready for delivery in September 
The graceful and charming Narcissus, whose distinctive feature is the conspicuous trumpet, crown, 
short tube or cup in the throat of the corolla or perianth, has been developed by its many enthusiastic ad- 
mirers until the sorts offered are almost without number. There are, however, four rather distinct classes, 
of which representative sorts are the well known Yellow Daffodil or Trumpet Narcissus, both in single and 
in double forms, the white-flowered or Poet’s Narcissus, and fourth, the Tazetta or Polyanthus Narcissus. 
The first three classes include many of the hardiest and most desirable spring garden plants. When once established 
they do not need to be reset for several years, and will thrive in almost any soil. A cool and grassy place is favorable for 
naturalizing. They are desirable not only for the garden, but equally so for pot and pan culture for the house. One 
to four bulbs set in a five-inch pot will bloom even in the smoky atmosphere of the city, where their beauty and fragrance 
are doubly welcome. : ‘ : : ae 
The Polyanthus varieties need some protection through winter in the north, but will do finely without it in the south. 
They are exceedingly valuable for flowering in pots in the house. The Paper White Grandifiora and the Double Roman 
may be made to come into bloom in December, and this, with other varieties of Narcissus, will give a continuous 
succession of profuse bloom until spring. They thrive best in a cool temperature. 
Pot as soon as received, in good turfy loam, but let no manure, rotted or otherwise, touch the bulbs. Set in a cool, 
dark room, and keep moderately moist for one or two months, so that they may root ; then remove to the window or 
conservatory for flowering. Do not cultivate too strongly, as an extra vigor of growth is detrimental to the purity of 
the color of the flower. Barciscl attain a height of twelve to sixteen inches high depending upon conditions of growth 
and the variety. 
In describing Narcissus reference 
is made to the ‘perianth” and 
“trumpet.” The latter is the long 
center, funnel-shaped tube and the 
“perianth” is the outer row of 
petals or wings. 
Single Trumpet 
(Ajax) 
The Ajax Narcissus or Large 
Trumpet Daffodils, both the 
all yellow sorts and the bicolor 
or ‘‘white winged’’ varieties, 
include some of the most ele- 
gant and beautiful of spring 
flowers. They are of large size 
and much _ substance with 
spreading wing -like petals 
often three to four inches 
across, and are gracefully 
poised on long stiff stalks. 
Bicolor Victoria. Broad 
creamy white perianth; rich 
yellow trumpet; delicately 
perfumed; fine and lasting 
bloomer, and a_ splendid 
forcer. Similar to Hors- 
fieldi, but stronger grower. 
(See cut) 4c. each; 4oc. per 
doz; $3.00 per Ioo, 
Emperor. Large golden yel- 
low trumpet and broad prim- 
rose yellow perianth. Early 
and splendid for forcing or 
planting out of doors. 5c. 
each; 50c. per doz. 
Empress. Large, white peri- 
anth of great substance; 
bright yellow trumpet. One 
of the best bicolors for cut- 
ting. 5c. each; 50c. per doz. 
Golden Spur. Very desirable 
for pot or garden culture. 
Large, spreading, deep yel- 
low perianth and wide trum- 
pet. of golden yellow, very 
early and free flowering. 
One of the very best for 
cutting. 5c. each; 50c. per 
doz. 
Single and dozen prices include 
—— postage, Not less than six of any 
BICOLOR VICTORIA one variety supplied at dozen rates. 
