One of the loveliest of all flowers 
for the garden, the Daffodil has 
won universal favor in recent years 
with its many new and larger 
flowers, graceful form, cheery colors. 
Among the first flowers on the scene in early spring, Daffodils are 
interesting in groups along a path or drive, in a border, in front of 
evergreens, under trees. Daffodils bring to the early spring garden 
refreshing waves of golden yellow and white blooms, many crowned 
with orange-red—also an abundance of flowers to decorate the house. 
It is possible to have Daffodils in the garden from the time the 
crocus finish till early May. With such a wide range to admire, it is 
little wonder many make Daffodils their garden hobby—there are the 
giant trumpets, medium crowns, small cups, jonquils, and others. 
Delightfully informal, Daffodils can be planted in clumps or in 
combination with early tulips and hyacinths. Groups of blue grape 
hyacinths with Daffodils make a striking arrangement. 
A popular way to plant Daffodils is to scatter the bulbs on the 
ground and plant where they fall. Ideal locations are amidst shrubbery, 
or in any area where the grass need not be cut until the foliage has 
dried down. These ‘‘naturalized’’ plantings will continue to bloom for 
many years. 
Daffodil bulbs should be planted early—as soon as you receive them. 
The bulbs should be planted 6 in. apart and 6 in. deep. If the garden 
is dry from lack of rain, water well so the soil is damp and root growth 
can begin immediately. 
After the ground is frozen, it is well to cover your planting the first 
winter with a mulch of leaves, hay or straw, removing it about a 
month before blooming time next spring. 
