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GARDENING IN THE SOUTHWEST 
A 
Collection 
of Several 
Types 
Culture 
When 
to Plant 
Origin 
often green and do not open well. Von Sion is considered the best 
of this group for the Southwest. 
A popular group of satisfactory Daffodils for garden purposes, 
representing several types, includes Emperor, Empress, Glory of 
Sassenheim, Victoria, Sir Wat kin, the small Campernelle, Elvira 
and Aspasia. 
Daffodils require much the same culture as other bulbs. Fork 
the ground deep; and, if the soil is heavy, lighten with some sand. 
Add bonemeal and mix thoroughly. Remember that good drainage 
is very essential. Always select the largest, firmest bulbs possible 
when buying, for these are usually the double-nosed, or mother 
bulbs, that will split into three or more the next season. 
Plant four to six inches deep, preferably in August or Sep¬ 
tember, if they can be secured at that time. Narcissi may be left 
where they are planted for several years, or until the clumps need 
dividing; or, after the foliage has died down, they may be dug, 
dried in slatted trays or open baskets, kept in a cool place, and 
replanted in August or September. 
Never cut the foliage off while green, for this year’s foliage 
makes next year’s blossoms. A good plan is to tie it up to a stake 
until mature, or browned, to keep it from sprawling untidily. 
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TULIPS 
As far back as 15 54 we know that the Saracens saw Tulips in 
the gardens of Egypt. They were later carried into Western Europe 
and were seen in the beautiful gardens of Spain at an early date. 
From Spain the Dutch carried Tulip bulbs to their gardens, and 
soon their culture became an important industry in Holland. 
