Narcissi Classification 
Narcissi, more popularly named Daffodils, represent such 
a varied number of forms and types, that it is more than 
interesting to make a study of these and learn to distinguish 
the proper type, when you see the flower. 
A new classification of Narcissi is being inaugurated this 
year, as a result of the efforts of the Royal Horticultural Society 
of England, in cooperation with the United States of America, 
The Netherlands, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. 
For some years a growing feeling existed that the old 
system of classification needed drastic revision, in order to 
provide for the evolution of the flower due to hybridization. 
The new classification will make the distinction between 
the various types a good deal more logical and easier. 
How and Where fo Plant 
When you think that you just have no suitable spot for 
flowers, when you think that the soil is bad, that nothing will 
grow, because of too much shade, too many trees or stones, 
it is high time that you acquaint yourself with the possibilities 
every type of garden, woodland, orchard or meadow affords 
to Narcissi. 
Although in certain cases a little expert advice might be 
necessary, any garden soil will be suitable and may be 
improved by applications of ordinary bone meal or well rotted 
cow manure and compost. Proper drainage is a must. 
No special working of the soil is necessary, but the holes 
should be dug in such a manner, that the top of the bulb is 
three to four inches below the surface, that the soil around 
the bulb is loose and the bulb should be set firmly in the soil, 
so.that the new roots aré in immediate contact with it. The 
bulbs should never touch manure or fertilizer. Plant six to 
eight inches apart. 
Narcissi have a short dormant period «and should be 
planted early, not later than the end of October; this does not 
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