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TULIPS 
Tulip Classes 
Most people are confused by the terms applied to the various classes of late- 
flowering garden Tulips, that is, Breeder, Cottage, Darwin, etc. 
These names do not mean that they are distinct species; they are simply 
classes the varieties of which have certain characteristics in common. The 
amateur gardener need not be greatly concerned about these various classes, 
and should not be prejudiced for or against any one. We say this for the 
reason that we know people who would plant only Darwins. To do so would 
be to restrict your selection to a very limited range of colors and deny your 
garden the rich colors only to be found in the Breeders and the Improved 
Cottage (Hybrid) Tulips. Others have remarked that they would not again 
plant Cottage Tulips; no doubt because they were acquainted only with the 
older varieties. 
In the selection of varieties of the late-flowering garden Tulips, your main 
consideration should be in choosing those with qualities which particularly 
appeal to you; that is, coloring, size and form of flower, length of stem, etc. 
No one class has a monopoly on all these good qualities. 
To answer the numerous questions asked, we offer, as simply as possible, 
the following explanation. 
EARLY FLOWERING TULIPS MAY 1st TO 15th 
Both single and double varieties are to be found in this class. They flower 
from the 1st to the 15th of May. The stems are medium length, 10" to 18". 
The colors are bright and attractive, and being stiff and upright in growth, are 
suitable for formal planting, the mass of bright colors creating a beautiful effect. 
Most varieties are very suitable for flowering in pots in the home and can 
be had in flower ahead of the Darwins. 
We recommend their use in the average garden to a limited extent. A few 
groups will prolong the Tulip season, and add bright colors to your garden at a 
time when it might otherwise be unattractive. 
TRIUMPH TULIPS, MAY 5th TO 18th 
This class originated as a result of crossing various varieties of the Early 
Flowering type, with the Darwins. They are intermediate in flowering be¬ 
tween these two classes, which is a desirable feature. In addition, the Tri¬ 
umphs embrace the widest range of colors of any class of Tulips, and many 
beautiful color combinations are included. They come in both single and 
double varieties, varying in height, some being only 12 inches while others 
reach 26 inches. 
LATE FLOWERING TULIPS MAY 15th TO 30th 
For the reason that there are several classes among the late flowering Tulips, 
each will be considered separately. 
Darwin Tulips. (May 15th to 30th). The varieties of this class are of 
comparatively recent introduction, and are unquestionably at the height of 
their popularity at the present time. Their chief characteristics are the cup- 
shape of the flower, fleshy substantial petals, and long strong stems, averaging 
from 24" to 36". The colors cover a wide range and as a rule the flower is of 
one solid color, though some varieties are a combination of two or more shades. 
The Darwins flower from the 15th to the 30th of May, depending on the vari¬ 
ety, and are particularly long lasting. Certain short-growing varieties are 
fine for flowering in pots in the home. 
