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HOLM and OLSON 
NARCISSI - DAFFODILS 
N arcissi are composed of a large and varied 
family of bulbous plants. Confusion often 
arises about the proper names when the dif¬ 
ferent types are referred to. NARCISSI is the 
family name for all the varied forms, and is the 
name given the original wild species, from which 
have been developed the many types that we know 
as Daffodils, Jonquils, Poets, Poetaz, Bi-Colors and 
similar designations in common use. 
By common usage the large trumpet varieties are 
generally referred to as Daffodils, the short cupped 
kinds are usually termed Jonquils and the white 
and cluster flowered sorts as just Narcissi, without 
further distinction. 
There is a big difference in the various types, not 
alone in the form of flower, but in their structure 
and hardiness as well. There is the Polyantha type 
to which the Paper White, Soliel d’Or and Chinese 
Narcissi belong, that come to us from warm cli¬ 
mates. These are never hardy enough for planting 
outdoors in our northern latitude. The Trumpet 
and short cupped varieties are nearly all hardy, and 
will thrive and multiply under reasonable conditions. 
CULTURE OF NARCISSI 
Narcissi prefer a partially sheltered location, where best 
results will be obtained. They will, however, thrive in most any 
reasonable situation, continuing to increase from year to year. 
Plant the larger bulbs so that the tops are about six inches 
under the surface, smaller bulbs slightly less. BUT it is essential 
for best results TO PLANT THEM EARLY. Narcissi need a 
longer period for the development of roots in the fall than other 
kinds of bulbs. Late plantings are often disappointing. 
Cover rather heavily with straw or leaves before severe 
freezing weather sets in. The covering should be removed as 
early as snow and ice will permit. 
Indoor culture of Narcissi varies with the variety, some may 
be grown in receptacles containing water and pebbles, but all 
kinds may be grown in pots and treated in the same manner as 
Hyacinths. 
NOTE—The bulbs we offer are without exception TOP 
SIZE “MOTHER BULBS,” the largest bulbs procurable, 
and will produce several flowers each. 
DIFFERENT TYPES OF NARCISSI 
Barri—The cup or crown measures less than one-third the length 
of the perianth segments or petals. 
Camparnils—Smaller flowers in clusters of three to six. 
Incomparabilis—Cup or crown measuring one-third to nearly 
equal the length of the perianth segments orpetals. 
Leeds!—Comprises all the low or short cupped crowns with white or 
silvery perianth, the crown white or slightly colored. 
Poetaz—Flowers resulting from crosses between the Poeticus and 
Polyan- thus Narcissus. Flowers in clusters, perianth petals 
fleshy. 
Poeticus—Snowy white perianth with bright, short flattened crown 
or eye’ 
Polyantha—These are the cluster flowered type, usually tall 
growing, and with a very strong fragrance. 
Trumpet—Trumpet or crown as long or longer than the perianth. 
Autocrat (Incomparabilis).Doz. 80c; 100 $6.00 
Perianth and cup deep sunny yellow. An excellent variety for natural¬ 
izing. 
Barri Conspicuus (Barri)..Doz. 80c; 100 $6.00 
Soft yellow perianth, short cup edged bright orange-scarlet. 
Bathes Flame (Barri).Doz. $1.50; 100 $11.00 
Bright primrose perianth, broad yellow cup, edged deep orange red. 
A superb variety. 
Bernardino (Incomparabilis).Doz. $1.25; 100 $9.00 
Creamy white perianth, very large frilled and fluted primrose cup with 
orange and apricot on edges. 
Camparnil Gij^antheus (Camparnil).Doz. 90c; 100 $6.50 
Deep golden yellow flowers in clusters of four to six. This is the improved 
true sweet scented Jonquil. 
Camparnil Rugulosus Flo. Pleno (Camparnil). . . .Doz. $1.00; 100 $7.00 
Double rich deep golden yellow flowers in clusters of four to six. The 
double sweet scented Jonquil. 
Croesus (Incomparabilis).Doz. $1.75; 100 $12.00 
Broad overlapping round petalled perianth of soft canary yellow, very 
wide fluted orange cup. Very free flowering and a free propagator. One 
of the finest and most outstanding kinds for exhibition or the garden. 
Dante (Poeticus).Doz. 80c; 100 $6.00 
Pure white perianth, cup margined bright red. The earliest flowering 
of all Poeticus Narcissi. 
Diana Kasner (Barri).Doz. $1.75; 100 $12.00 
Very large, creamy white perianth with large fluted yellow cup that has 
a pretty blood red frilled edge. This is an excellent variety, it is very free 
flowering and valuable for both forcing and the garden. (See illustration 
page 14.) 
Dosoris (Incomparabilis).Doz. $1.00; 100 $7.00 
Round pure white perianth broad orange red crown. Very good for 
naturalizing. 
Eagle (Poeticus).Doz. $1.00; 100 $7.00 
Very large, broad petaled snow white perianth with intensely brilliant 
orange-scarlet cup. The best of the Poeticus group. (See illustration 
page 14.) 
Emperor (Trumpet).Doz. $1.00; 100 $7.50 
Large golden yellow trumpet, deep primrose yellow perianth. Very large 
flower with great substance. One of the best for the garden. 
Evangeline (Leeds!).Doz. 75c; 100 $5.50 
Very large white perianth with prettily frilled lemon yellow cup. Tall 
stemmed graceful flower. Fine for naturalizing. 
Firebrand (Barri).Doz. $1.00; 100 $7.00 
Perianth creamy white shading to soft yellow at base, cup intense fiery 
red. Very brilliant flower. 
Glory of Sassenheim (Bi-color Trumpet).Doz. $1.10; 100 $8.00 
A glorious bi-color of the largest size, broad creamy white perianth, large, 
deep golden yellow trumpet. 
Golden Beauty (Bi-color Trumpet).Doz. $1.10; 100 $8.00 
Soft ivory perianth, brilliant, deep orange yellow trumpet. Very fine 
large flower, late flowering. 
Helios (Incomparabilis).Each 35c; Doz. $3.25; 100 $23.50 
One of the most exquisite Narcissus that has been introduced to date. 
A large refined flower. The perianth is a soft creamy yellow with very 
broad overlapping petals, wide beautifully frilled orange cup. Early 
flowering. 
Hera (Leedsi).Doz. $1.25; 100 $9.50 
Broad petalled creamy white perianth, prettily frilled star shaped cup of 
creamy white with edges a light primrose yellow. This is one of the 
daintiest and most beautiful of the white Daffodils. (See illustration 
page 14.) 
Jonquil—See Rock Garden Narcissi, page 17. 
King Alfred (Trumpet).Doz. $1.50; 100 $11.00 
Clear, deep, rich golden yellow of uniform color, beautiful, large wide 
trumpet, deeply frilled and recurving. Large finely formed flower. (See 
illustration page 14.) 
Laurens Koster (Poetaz).Doz. 75c; 100 $5.50 
Clusters of three to five flowers with broad rounded creamy white perianth 
petals and deep orange cup. Delicately fragrant. 
Liberty (Trumpet).Doz. $1.25; 100 $9.50 
Perianth and trumpet clear golden yellow, a giant Daffodil with great 
substance. Very early and valuable for forcing. 
Lucinius (Incomparabilis).Doz. $1.75; 100 $12.00 
Deep, bright golden yellow cup and perianth of same color. Very large, 
broad open cup. A very distinct and unusual flower. 
NOTE—Add 12c per dozen for all Narcissus bulbs to be sent by Parcel Post 
