DARWIN TULIPS 
The chief characteristics of the Darwins are the perfect 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 be called blue, while the black Tulip is nearly realized in some of the 
dark maroon varieties. There are comparatively few pure yellow varieties. Most Dar- 
wins can be forced by the Middle of February, many of them even earlier, provided 
that they are potted as soon as received. 
The bulbs must be set further 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 temperature. 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 pater 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. 
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Red and Cherry-Rose 
*ECLIPSE 2. Glowing dark blood-red with steel-blue base. The huge, magnificent 
flowers of open form are supported by strong, tall stems. Height, 30 inches. 
$1.60 per dozen, $12 per 100. 
MASTERPIECE 2. Brilliant red flower of large size carried on a strong stem. One 
of the best red Darwins; height, 28 inches. $1.60 per dozen, $12 per 100. 
"KING GEORGE V 2. Glowing salmon-scarlet, shaded bright rose, blue star at base. 
Height, 28 inches. $1.60 per dozen, $12 per 100. 
“CITY OF HAARLEM 3. Intense dark scarlet with dark bloom, large steel-blue base 
and white halo, Prefers well sheltered situations, since the brittle stem breaks 
off easily. Height, 31 inches. $1.60 per dozen, $12 per 100. 
RED PITT. A sport of Wm, Pitt, much brighter color. Especially recommended for 
forcing. Height, 28 inches. $1.60 per dozen, $12 per 100. 
RED MASTER. A red sport of Pride of Haarlem and claimed to be an improvement 
over that variety. Height, 29 inches. $1.60 per dozen, $12 per 100. 
"PROFESSOR RAUWENHOF 2. Bright cherry-red; inside glowing scarlet, blue center. 
Height, 28 inches. $1.35 per dozen, $10 per 100. 
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