M. FERRY & CO, DETROIT, MICH. 



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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 

 admirers 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 Poly- 

 anthus 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. 



The Polyanthus varieties need some protection through winter in the north, bvit will do finely without it in the south. 

 They are exceedingly valuable for flowering in pots in the house. The Paper White Grandiflora 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. Narcissi attain a height of twelve to sixteen inches high depending upon conditions of growth 

 and the variety. 



Li describing Narcissits 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 ivings. 



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 elegant 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. 



OLYM5IA (See page 12) 



Bicolor Victoria. Broad 



creamy white perianth; 

 rich yellow trumpet; deli- 

 cately perfumed; fine and 

 lasting bloomer, and a 

 splendid forcer. 4c. each; 

 40c. per doz; ^3.00 per 100. 



Emperor. Large golden 

 yellow trumpet and broad 

 primrose yellow perianth. 

 Early and splendid for 

 forcing or planting out of 

 doors. 4c. each; 40c. per 

 doz.; $2,-00 per 100. 



Empress. Large, white 

 perianth of great sub- 

 stance; bright yellow 

 trumpet. One of the best 

 bicolors for cutting. 4c. 

 each; 40c, per doz.; ^3.00 

 per 100. 



Golden Spur. Very desir- 

 able for pot or garden cul- 

 ture. Large, spreading, 

 deep yellow perianth and 

 wide trumpet of golden 

 yellow, very early and free 

 flowering. One of the 

 very best for cutting. 4c. 

 each; 40c. per doz.; fo.oo 

 per 100. 



Grandis {Grandee, Bicolor) 

 Pure white perianth, long 

 bright light yellow trum- 

 pet. Flowers large, of 

 splendid substance and de- 

 sirable for cutting. 4c. 

 each; 40c. per doz.; $3.00 

 per 100. 



Single and dozen prices include 

 postage. The 100 rate is by ex- 

 press at purchaser's expense. Not 

 less than six of any one variety 

 supplied at dozen rates, and not 

 less than 25 at 100 rates. 



