
LORD WELLINGTON 

RS. R. O. BACKHOUSE 
New and Rare 
DAFFODILS 
We are pleased to offer the following 12 varieties of Daffodils 
which heretofore have been offered at much higher prices. Owing to 
larger stocks, they may now be obtained at much lower prices. 
ABELARD. Incomparabilis. Broad yellow cup, orange tint at edge, 
and showy orange anthers, supported by broad primrose perianth 
of exceptionally good substance. Beautiful in the unfoldmg bud; 
unusually long Iasting. 30 cts. each, $2.50 for 10, $20.00 per 100 
AGRA. Incomparabilis. One of the most outstanding new Daffodils, 
admired at all Spring Daffodil shows. A flower of excellent sub- 
stance and large size; blooms are borne on long sturdy stems. One 
of the finest of the new red cups that stands up well in the garden in 
full sun. The perianth is white with a bright scarlet cup. 
40 cts. each, $3.50 for 10, $30.00 per 100 
BEERSHEBA. White Trumpet. A magnificent pure white flower. 
Large, perfectly flat perianth; trumpet long and beautifully flanged 
at the mouth. A flower of great size, measuring nearly 5 inches 
across. Vigorous grower and a grand exhibition variety. 
40 cts. each, $3.50 for 10, $30.00 per 100 
DICK WELLBAND. Incomparabilis. One of the finest introduc- 
tions, a very strong grower and exceptionally free-flowering. The 
perianth is pure white and the cup flame-orange. One of Its most 
remarkable qualities is that the color does not fade but rather in- 
tensifies with age. Its great beauty lies in the startling contrast 
between petals and cup. 30 cts. each, $2.50 for 10, $20.00 per 100 
FRANCISCA DRAKE. Incomparabilis. The pure white perianth 
petals are of unusual substance, 114 inches wide, and tinted gold 
at the base, which shows through on the outside; the cup, wide and 
deep, is golden yellow at the base, changing gradually to flame- 
orange at the densely frilled edge. The flowers give the effect of a 
flock of white seagulls taking flight; strong-growing and very free- 
flowering. 20 cts. each, $1.80 for 10, $15.00 per 100 
FORTUNE. I[ncomparabilis. Broad, creamy yellow perianth of very 
solid texture; crown of great size and elegant form, opening at 
mouth and beautifully frilled, of a glowing soft orange. An early 
Giant Incomparabilis of perfect form and strong growth. Un- 
doubtedly will soon become one of the more popular varieties. 
40 cts. each, $3.50 for 10, $30.00 per 100 
LORD WELLINGTON. Yellow Trumpet. The enormous flower of 
self rich golden yellow, with broad, massive petals and immense 
trumpet, is carried on a tall and strong stem. It is a most valuable 
variety for February forcing and lasts a Jong time cut or in pots. 
An exquisite flower. 30 cts. each, $2.50 for 10, $20.00 per 100 
MARY COPELAND. Double. Already famous; condiderell one of 
the outstanding new semi-double varieties. The longer perianth 
petals are pure cream-white, with a golden ray through the center, 
blending with the cup petals of brilliant orange and lemon. 
Splendid for exhibition. 40 cts. each, $3.50 for 10, $30.00 per 100 
MERKARA. Incomparabilis. The unusually flat, overlapping peri- 
anth is sulphur-yellow and the large, expanded crown is a deep 
orange-red throughout. _25 cts. each, $2.25 for 10, $20.00 per 100 
MRS. R. O. BACKHOUSE. Pink Trumpet. The famous original 
“Pink Daffodil.’’ Beautifully proportioned perianth of itvory- 
white; long, graceful trumpet of apricot-pink, changing to shell- 
pink at the deeply fringed edge. Beautiful, long lasting and early 
flowering. 50 cts. each, $4. £0 for 10, $40.00 per 100 
REMBRANDT. Yellow Trumpet. Among the uniform deep yellow 
Trumpet Daffodils, this is one of the finest newer introductions . 
that now can be obtained at a reasonable price. The perianth and 
trumpet are a deep untform shade of yellow. 
30 cts. each, $2.50 for 10, $20.00 per 100 
SCARLET ELEGANCE. Incomparabilis. A flower of unusual color 
and rare beauty. The contrast between the deep golden yellow of 
the perianth and the intense red of the cup is most striking. The 
perianth is smooth and flat and of very strong texture, standing at 
right angles to the cup, which is narrow and long, Intense red 
throughout and an early bloomer; lasts in good condition. Fine for 
exhibition. 20 cts. each, $1.80 for 10, $15.00 per 100 
COLLECTION 
We are very glad to be able to offer for the first time this beautiful 
Collection of 4 New and Rare Daffodils, which now can be obtained 
at much lower prices. 
Lord Wellington Beersheba 
Mrs. R. O. Backhouse Scarlet Elegance 
20 Bulbs, 5 each of the above 4 varieties (value $6.15) $5 -00 
40 Bulbs, 10 each of the above 4 varieties (value $12.30) $9.50 

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