

Darwin “(ulifs 
The chief characteristics of the Darwins are the per- 
fect cupped shape of the flowers, fleshy substantial 
petals, tall stems, and bright colors ranging through 
all the shades of pink and red to purple. There are 
certain slaty blues and blue-violets that might almost 
be called blue, while the black Tulip is nearly realized 
in some of the dark maroon varieties. There are com- 
paratively few pure yellow varieties. Most Darwins 
can be forced by the middle of February, many of them 
even earlier, provided that they are potted as soon as 
received. 
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AFTERGLOW 
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MARGAUX 
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The bulbs must be set farther apart than is the case 
with the early Tulips, and plenty of room on the 
benches must be given when vigorous growth begins. 
They should be grown slowly under a moderate tem- 
perature. Too high a temperature should be avoided, 
or poor flowers result. 
Nearly all varieties, but especially the mauve- 
colored ones, lose their true color and become much 
paler when forced. 
An asterisk (*) preceding the name indicates that it 
may be successfully forced. The figure following indicates 
the relative time of flowering. All varieties of Tulips, 
Narcissus and Hyacinths are listed in the order of their 
respective merits, regardless of price. The variety which, 
in our opinion, is the choicest of its class is listed first, the 
second best is second, etc. 


GLACIER 
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