Daffodil breeders in England, Ireland, Holland, and America constantly strive to develop new and better varieties of the loveliest spring flowers.
If the numerous daffodil shows held throughout the country and the extensive plantings that are being made in public and private gardens are any criterion, the enthusiasm for daffodils is growing by leaps and bounds.
Furthermore, the activities of the American Daffodil Society, founded several years ago, are added evidence of the esteem in which these hardy flowering bulbs are held.
Classification Of Daffodils
As any enthusiast will tell you, the classification of daffodils is not as simple as it once was. However, the Royal Horticultural Society has prepared a helpful directory called the “Classification List of Daffodil Names.”
The various types are grouped into 11 divisions, with some having as many as four subdivisions. Hence, the specialist will find this handbook indispensable as he pursues his interest.
However, the home gardener need not be too much concerned about classification as long as he learns to know them by name. Selecting from the various groups makes it possible to enjoy daffodils over several weeks.
Most kinds are single, but some unusual double varieties are worth growing. Particularly appealing are the species and their hybrids.
Some of the daintiest and most precious gems for the rock garden will be found in this group.
Appealing Daffodils
Daffodils are especially appealing when planted in broad masses and irregular drifts. They are, by nature, informal flowers and should be so considered when planning a place for them. Where it is possible to naturalize them in sod, they are particularly delightful.
Learn to know more of them by their various names, and you, too, will be on the high road to a new adventure.
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