DAVID J. SCOTT, Corfu, N. y. 
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Ideal Darwins. (May 15th to 30th). These are what might be called the 
second generation, that is, seedlings of the original collection of Darwin Tulips. 
They inherit all the good qualities that have made the Darwins the most 
popular garden Tulip in America. At this point, you might reasonably ask 
“In what respect do they excell to justify any fuss being made over them?” 
They bring to us a wonderful variety of beautiful colors, we might say, “a 
gaiety of colors” not hitherto existing in Tulips of the Darwin type. Also, 
being a race of seedlings, a new generation, they possess sturdiness of growth 
and lasting qualities in the flowers, lacking in some of the older varieties. This 
year we will have on display practically the entire collection of Ideal Darwins. 
They are planted in several beds in a block by themselves, and visitors will 
have an opportunity of judging as to their value. In listing the varieties in 
this price list, we have used the introducer’s descriptions. 
Breeder Tulips. (May 15th to 30th). The varieties embracing this class 
include those soft shades which combine so beautifully with the bright colors 
of the Darwins and the Cottage Tulips. We have tried out dozens of varieties, 
and after eliminating the undesirable colors, we believe our planting now in¬ 
cludes all the good varieties. They flower with the Darwins and are identical 
in size of flower, length of stem, and most other respects. 
Cottage Tulips—Hybrid Tulips. (May 12th to 30th). Cottage Tulips 
as a class are very old, and in the old-time gardens were the ones mainly used. 
Many of the original varieties are still cultivated and have pleasing qualities. 
In general they are of medium height, 16" to 24". The stems are gracefully 
slender, and the flower is usually long and pointed. It is natural that many 
new and improved varieties would be originated during recent years, some as a 
result of crossing with the Darwins. These are classified as Hybrid or improved 
Cottage Tulips, and compare favorably in all respects with the Darwins and 
Breeders. The best yellow, white and certain other colors, not found in any 
other type, are included in this class. The flowering period extends from about 
the 12th to the 30th of May depending on the variety. 
Complete instructions for the planting of Tulip bulbs will be furnished with 
each order. 
As a matter of convenience, all varieties are listed alpha¬ 
betically, with a brief color description. Approximate height in 
inches is also given. For flowering date of the individual variety, 
note the class to which it belongs, and refer to a description of 
these classes. This information will be of assistance in selecting 
varieties and their proper arrangement at planting time. 
