Hancock`s DAFFODILS 2016
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Hancock`s DAFFODILS 2016
Daffodils of Distinction since 1917 Hancock’s DAFFODILS 2016 ‘Edinburgh’ (p. 3) ISSN 1444-1713 J.N. Hancock & Co. 2 Jackson’s Hill Road, Menzies Creek VIC 3159 Telephone: (03) 9754 3328 Facsimile: (03) 9752 5877 E-mail: HancocksDaffodils@pobox.com Web: www.daffodilbulbs.com.au HOW TO ORDER Bulbs can be sent to Australian addresses only. Orders over $100 are POST FREE otherwise add $7.50 for postage & handling above the minimum bulb order of $49.00. Add fees; TAS - $5 or WA - $10 for quarantine. Include full payment with the order (Cheque, Money Order or Credit Card which is debited just before dispatch in Feb./Mar.). Bulbs may be ordered from this Catalogue until March 31st, 2016. Please order early to avoid disappointment. Post your order to: J.N. Hancock & Co. 2 Jackson’s Hill Road MENZIES CREEK VIC 3159 AUSTRALIA Bulbs will be professionally packed and posted to you late February and March 2016, in order of receipt. Comprehensive Cultural Notes are included with each order. See page 35 for classification of daffodils and explanation of the codes. 2016 SHOW DATES Come and see the real flowers near you at; Farm Display (Menzies Creek) Friday 26th Aug. to Friday 30th Sep. Royal Adelaide Show Friday 2nd Sep. to Sunday 11th Sep. Leongatha Flower Show Friday 26th Aug to Sunday 28th Aug. Baw Baw Plant Expo (Lardner Park) Saturday 8th to Sunday 9th Oct. Follow us on Facebook for updates on other shows we will be attending. THANK YOU to all Hancock’s past customers for your support and a welcome to all new daffodil enthusiasts. We apologise for having to charge for postage but rising costs have forced us to. The price of daffodils however has hardly risen. Happy gardening. - the Ashburner family Ashburner family 2 FREE BULB OFFER When you order named daffodil varieties from pages 3 to 31 we will include a FREE gift of bulbs. Daffodil Bulb Order Value Bonus Bulbs Valued to Over Over Over Over Over $ 6.95 (A) $ 9.95 (B) $12.95 (C) $16.95 (D) $21.95 (E) $ 75.00 $105.00 $135.00 $175.00 $220.00 FREE DURABLE PLANT LABELS: When ordering named daffodil varieties from pages 3 to 31 of this catalogue, you will receive a quality plant label, free of charge, for each daffodil variety ordered. Once clearly marked, the labels will identify your underground treasures. EXTRA PLANT LABELS: 50 for $8.95, 25 for $4.95, 10 for $2.50 DAFFODIL INDEX Banded Daffodils ....................... Big & Bold Daffodils .................. Bright Cup Daffodils ................. Cottage Double Daffodils ......... Dainty-cup Daffodils ................. Double Daffodils ........................ Flat Cup Daffodils ...................... Fragrant Daffodils ...................... Frilled Daffodils .......................... Limited Release Daffodils ......... Massed Display Daffodils ......... Miniature Daffodils .................... Mixed Daffodils .......................... Modern Pink Daffodils .............. Multi‑flowered Daffodils .......... Pastel Daffodils .......................... Pastel Pink Daffodils ................. Pink Cup Daffodils ..................... Split-corona Daffodils ............... Sulphur Daffodils ...................... White Daffodils ......................... Yellow Daffodils ........................ 13 22 - 23 24 - 25 7 30 8-9 26 - 27 31 18 3 32 - 33 4-5 34 - 35 6 10 - 11 20 21 14 - 15 16 - 17 19 12 28 - 29 © J. N. Hancock & Co. 2015 (A division of Ashburner Family Trust ABN 89 613 754 910) This selection of newly released, high quality varieties, give you the unique opportunity to be among the first to grow these daffodils in your own garden. release DAFFODILS 2016 Limited W NE W NE W NE BELLE OF THE BALL: 2W-WWR New variety with a very showy spreading white large-cup edged with rich red-pink. Fine pure white overlapping petals. Named at Farm naming competition. Bred by Ian Dyson. Mid. 12 for $119.50 5 for $54.95 3 for $33.95 $11.95 per bulb ROULETTE: 2W-YYO An eye-catching bloom. Pure white petals surround a ruffled open cup of yellow with a heavy marginal band of orange. New import. Bred in Holland. Mid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb W NE SPOIROT: 12W-W A large greenish-white hoop-petticoat daffodil with mouth slightly wavy and rim entire. Bred in Australia. Very early. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb DOUBLE BEAUTY: 4W-O A strong vigorous decorative double daffodil with layers of burnt orange nestled in the centre of layers of white petals. Perfumed. New import. Mid-late. 12 for $119.50 5 for $54.95 3 for $33.95 $11.95 per bulb EDINBURGH: 11aW-P (pictured front cover) Stunning new split-corona. The split and ruffled flesh-pink corona is highlighted by a yellow base and the surrounding white petals. New import. Bred in Holland. Mid. 12 for $79.50 5 for $32.95 3 for $21.95 $7.95 per bulb Spring flowering bulbs need no summer watering 3 DAFFODILS MINIATURE These delightful small varieties hold a special fascination, with their bright miniature flowers dancing on short 10-30cm stems. Perfect for growing in the rockery or for potting. EARLY FLOWERING MINNOW: 8W-Y A tiny tazetta hybrid with many round, soft yellow blooms on each approx. Approx. 15cm. Early-mid. 25 for $39.95 12 for $19.95 5 for $9.50 3 for $5.95 TÊTE À TÊTE: 12Y-Y A dainty daffodil that is often multi-headed. Golden-yellow flowers of perfect shape and constitution. Very free flowering. 15cm. Early. 25 for $39.95 12 for $19.95 5 for $9.50 3 for $5.95 W.P. MILNER: 1W-W Delightful miniature with nodding flowers that open pale-yellow and mature to creamy white. The trumpet is lightly serrated and slightly darker than the enclosing petals. Approx. 10cm. Early. 12 for $59.50 5 for $27.95 3 for $16.95 $5.95 per bulb MORE MINIATURES on pages 10-11 with Multi-flowered Daffodils 4 FEBRUARY GOLD: 6Y-Y Most appealing bloom with a long deep-yellow corona and golden-yellow petals. Long lasting. Approx 20cm. Early. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 MID FLOWERING KISS ME: 1W-Y Robust short daffodil with relatively large flowers; creamy white petals with a rolled, yellow pleated trumpet. 20cm. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb TRACEY: 6W-W Superb miniature trumpet daffodil, opening soft cream and maturing to white. A fine show winner in the miniature classes. Approx. 15cm. Mid. 12 for $199.50 5 for $91.75 3 for $56.75 $19.95 per bulb t JETFIRE: 6Y-O Excellent miniature with rich gold swept back petals and orange cup. 15cm. Early. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 LATE FLOWERING WARBLER: 6Y-Y Delectable cylamineus hybrid; the characteristic swept back mid-yellow petals expose a shapely ruffled selfcoloured trumpet. Approx. 20cm. Early-mid. 12 for $79.50 5 for $32.95 3 for $21.95 $7.95 per bulb BELL SONG: 7W-P Striking variety with one to three dainty blooms on each stem. Ivory white petals are crowned with a pink cup. Approx. 20cm. Late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb SURFSIDE: 6W-Y A fetching flower with characteristic ice-white swept-back petals and a long, lemon-yellow daintily frilled trumpet. Approx. 20cm, Mid. 12 for $119.50 5 for $54.95 3 for $33.95 $11.95 per bulb SUN DISC: 7Y-Y A radiant, perfectly rounded flower. Rich yellow small cup-shaped corona; broad overlapping petals that mature to paler yellow. Approx. 10cm. Very late. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb RAPTURE: 6Y-Y Stunning long-blooming miniature. The graceful swept back petals offset the long smooth trumpet of canaryyellow. Early-mid. 12 for $79.50 5 for $32.95 3 for $21.95 $7.95 per bulb STINT: 5Y-Y A strong vigorous triandrus hybrid. The two or three nodding lemon-yellow flowers have reflexed petals. Approx. 20cm. Mid-late. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb SEAGULL: 9W-YYO Perfumed, dainty old-world bloom with starry white petals. The saffron-yellow cup has an orange-red rim. Approx. 25cm. Mid-late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 BANTAM: 2Y-YOO Tasteful intermediate with round yellow petals and a large, banded, orange bowlcup. Approx. 20cm. Very late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb MRS PRENTIS: 5W-W Superb triandrus daffodil. The heads of one to two small, snow-white flowers nod gracefully. 20cm. Late. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb 5 LATE FLOWERING W NE The “thoroughly modern” red-pinks contrast brilliantly with the softer pink tones of older varieties. An eyecatching display with that ‘Wow Factor’. DAFFODILS MODERN PINK MID FLOWERING ASSERTION: 2W-P A beautiful, banded pink daffodil with a bowl-shaped corona with a tightly frilled rim. Mid-late. 12 for $149.50 5 for $67.95 3 for $41.95 $14.95 per bulb QUASAR: 2W-PRR A magnificent bloom with a brilliant, deep coral-pink flared long-cup, serrated at the edge. Backed by a beautiful, broad, smooth pure-white perianth. Late. 12 for $59.50 5 for $27.95 3 for $16.95 $5.95 per bulb PINK CHARM: 2W-WWP Outstanding free-flowering variety. Glistening white petals surround a neat white cup edged with a thick band of red-pink. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb RED HAVEN: 2W-R Shimmering bloom with a deep red-pink pleated trumpet that has a serrated edge. The pure-white petals contrast delightfully with the red trumpet. Mid. 12 for $149.50 5 for $67.95 3 for $41.95 $14.95 per bulb CHILLI BELLE: 2W-R Superb flower with a rich redpink cup that is lightly ribbed and backed by polar-white smooth petals. Strong stem. Early-mid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb 6 DECEPTION: 2W-P A striking flower. The intense strawberry-pink trumpet has a frilled edge; broad white petals. Tall stem. Late. 12 for $59.50 5 for $27.95 3 for $16.95 $5.95 per bulb t PRECOCIOUS: 2W-P Stunning and extravagant. The overlapping white perianth is crowned by a large, heavily ruffled bowl of deep salmon-pink. Late. 12 for $119.50 5 for $54.95 3 for $33.95 $11.95 per bulb A selection of older, less formal, dainty double flowers of yesteryear. Ideally suited to the cottage garden. DAFFODILS COTTAGE DOUBLE MID FLOWERING EARLY FLOWERING DICK WILDEN: 4Y-Y An attractive, large double flower with broad round primrose-yellow petals, complemented by layers of richer gold inner petals. Tall. Early. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 TWINK: 4Y-O Old-style double; ruffled orange petaloids nestle at the base of creamy yellow starry petals. Early-mid 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb COTTAGE MIXED on page 33 of Hancock’s Daffodil catalogue. LUNE DE MIEL: 4W-Y An attractive, open bloom with “fly-away” petals of white and apricot-orange, interspersed with short yellow petals. Stiff wiry stems. Early-mid. 25 for $59.95 12 for $29.95 5 for $12.95 3 for $7.95 PETIT FOUR: 4W-P An eye-catching and unique bloom with creamy-white petals and a flesh-pink trumpet massed full of fluffypink ruffled petaloids. Strong stem. Mid. 12 for $119.50 5 for $54.95 3 for $33.95 $11.95 per bulb LATE FLOWERING WILF CARTER: 4Y-O An appealing, large open double with long yellow petals interspersed with bright orange petaloids of similar length. Tall, strong stem. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb CHEERFULNESS: 4W-Y Perfumed double tazetta. Up to four small, double creamy-white florets per stem. Fragrant. Late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 t WHITE MARVEL: 4W-W Unique double triandrus with two or three beautifully formed, rich silvery-white, double florets with feathery petaloids. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb 7 DAFFODILS DOUBLE This magnificent selection is a joy to behold! They are worthy of a special place in your garden as each full head creates a superb longlasting show. MID FLOWERING EARLY FLOWERING DOUBLE CHANCE: 4Y-O Pretty sturdy flower: full double with lemon-yellow petals and darker sepals massed in the centre, round bloom. Early. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb PRONTO: 4Y-O Immense flower with bright lemon-yellow broad petals interspersed with brilliant orange petaloids. Tall. Early. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb DOUBLES MIXED on page 32 of Hancock’s Daffodil catalogue. 8 WHITE LION: 4W-Y Beautiful tall bloom; overlapping soft creamyyellow outer petals with yellow and cream folds of inner petals. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb REPLETE: 4W-P A spectacular daffodil; fully double with pure white petals interspersed with masses of strawberry-pink inner petaloids. Early-mid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb CHIOS: 4W-P Classy formal double. The creamy-white petals are interspersed with mustardyellow tepals that mature to pink. Mid. 12 for $79.50 5 for $32.95 3 for $21.95 $7.95 per bulb JERSEY ROUNDABOUT: 4W-Y Superb large double bloom with layers of pure-white petals that are highlighted by yellow frilled segments. Early-mid. 12 for $119.50 5 for $54.95 3 for $33.95 $11.95 per bulb t SAFINA: 4Y-Y Tantalising heavily ruffled double daffodil. Layers of mid-yellow petals with darker inner petals. Long-flowering and strong stem. Early-mid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb LATE FLOWERING MAGELLAN: 4Y-O A spectacular bloom with layers of lemon-yellow petals interspersed with large tangerine-orange tepals. Mid. 12 for $59.50 5 for $27.95 3 for $16.95 $5.95 per bulb MADISON: 4W-O Delightfully perfumed double bloom. The elegant layers of white petals complement the apricot-gold frilled centre. Mid-late. 12 for $79.50 5 for $32.95 3 for $21.95 $7.95 per bulb CALGARY: 4W-W A stunning two-headed double; multiple layers of white petals and petaloids make an impressive sight. Mid-late. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb W NE MARJORIE TREVEAL: 4Y-Y Stunning bloom; brilliantyellow petals surround the fully double centre of slightly deeper yellow. Mid-late. 12 for $79.50 5 for $32.95 3 for $21.95 $7.95 per bulb EXTRAVAGANZA: 4W-YPP. Beautiful bloom of delicate colouring; masses of mid- pink tepals are enclosed by layers of white petals. Late. 12 for $199.50 5 for $91.75 3 for $56.75 $19.95 per bulb TOBAGO: 4W-O Magnificent, very full flower. The white outer petals are interwoven with small bright red tepals. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb GAY KYBO: 4W-O A magnificent, full double. Layers of milk-white petals are interspersed with intense orange-red petals Strong stem. Late. 12 for $79.50 5 for $32.95 3 for $21.95 $7.95 per bulb TAHITI: 4Y-O Excellent striking bloom with a bold poise. Large rounded rich-golden petals with orange-red inner segments. Tall. Late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb TAMORETTA: 4W-O Outstanding sweetly scented double, ice-white outer petals are interspersed with smaller segments of brilliant orangered. Vigorous. Late. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb 9 DAFFODILS MULTI-FLOWERED LATE FLOWERING TAZETTAS EARLY FLOWERING W NE These varieties deserve a special place in your garden. Varying in colour, perfume and flowering time.They are also very good for coastal regions and warmer areas. TRUE JONQUILS MID FLOWERING PIPIT: 7Y-W Distinctive reverse-bicolour true jonquil. Two or three flowers of soft lemon-yellow on each stem; the crown quickly matures to ice-white; broad petals. Mid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb GOLDEN ECHO: 7W-Y. Free-flowering impressive true jonquil. Large cup of bright yellow bleeds onto the white corona. Mid-late. 12 for $49.50 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb MORE JONQUILS on pages 32 & 35 of Hancock’s Daffodil catalogue. 10 PAPPY GEORGE: 7Y-O A rare colour combination for true jonquils Each stem has a couple of flowers with yellow petals and a flattish orange cup. Late. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb INTRIGUE: 7 Y-W A stunning flower. Each stem has a number of nodding flowers that open canaryyellow. The cup matures to pure-white. Late. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb AVALANCHE: 8W-Y Extraordinarily vigorous tazetta with masses of white starry flowers with cream centres. Perfumed. Early. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb GOLDEN DAWN: 8Y-O Bright, sweetly perfumed tazetta; each floret has butteryellow petals and soft orange cups. Early-mid. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 t MOON-FAIRIES: 7Y-Y Long-lasting show variety with one to three dainty blooms per stem; good, clear mid-yellow perianth and neat, deeper yellow cup. Perfumed. Mid-late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 GRAND MONARQUE: 8W-Y Highly perfumed; very large round bunch of up to ten white-petalled florets with butter-yellow cups. Tall. Robust. Early-mid. 25 for $39.95 12 for $19.95 5 for $9.50 3 for $5.95 HIGHFIELD BEAUTY: 8Y-YYO Several extra-large florets per stem, each with sulphuryellow petals and an orange rimmed yellow cup. Mid-late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 LATE FLOWERING GOLDEN RAIN: 4 Y-Y A stunning extremely early double tazetta. Superficially similar to a double Soleil d’Or with layers of yellow petals and an orange centre. Perfumed. Very early. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb GERANIUM: 8W-O Tall, strong stem carries sweetly-scented blooms with round, white petals and vivid red-orange cups. Fragrant. Mid-late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 HALVOSE 8Y-O Delightful tazetta, the colour of the brick-red cup suffuses the surrounding yellow petals. Late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb CANARYBIRD: 8Y-GOO Long-lasting flower with several, very sweetly perfumed florets per stem with canary-yellow petals and a green-eyed, golden cup. Late. 25 for $59.95 12 for $29.95 5 for $12.95 3 for $7.95 MID FLOWERING GLORIOUS: 8W-O Attractive, up to four florets per stem; each dainty floret has white petals and a dark red-orange eye, with a touch of ruby. Early-mid. 25 for $59.95 12 for $29.95 5 for $12.95 3 for $7.95 JAUNE À MERVEILLE: 8 Y-YYO Sweetly scented; each floret has a lemon-yellow perianth and a darker yellow eye. Midlate. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb YELLOW CHEERFULNESS: 4Y-Y. Very attractive double jonquil with several soft yellow perfumed florets on each robust stem. Long lasting. Late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 11 W NE White daffodils add a touch of elegant sophistication to your spring display. The ‘white’ colour can vary from rich cream to brilliant white, with some varieties changing from cream to white as they reach maturity. DAFFODILS WHITE POETICUS Pheasants eye species form; page 4 of Spring bulbs EARLY FLOWERING MISTY GLEN: 2W-GWW Magnificent pure white large cup; excellent wide petals and a smooth crown with a green eye. Mid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb LATE FLOWERING FINE STYLE: 2W-W Purest white bloom which has a graceful, vase-shaped, flared cup with a scalloped edge and a broad round perianth. Early. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb ORNATUS: 9W-YYR Old-world bloom with snowwhite petals and a yellow and red button eye. Mid-late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 MID FLOWERING CHINESE WHITE: 3W-GWW Glistening, all white bloom with a touch of green at the base of the shallow, fluted saucercrown. Late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb POLAR IMP: 3W-W A striking pure white small cupped bloom with a pleasing green eye. Excellent exhibition flower. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb AUTUMN FLOWERING BULBS in Hancock’s Spring Bulbs catalogue. 12 HORACE: 9W-YOR Striking; brilliant white reflexed petals. The small, very flat, yellow-orange eye is edged brilliant red. Late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb t THALIA: 5W-W Outstanding multi-headed white triandrus. The plump milk-white cups nod characteristically within the spidery petals. Vigorous. Mid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb These varieties have an eyecatching two-tone centre, forming a bright, distinctive band.They add variety to the self colours of traditional daffodils. MID FLOWERING DAFFODILS BANDED LATE FLOWERING EARLY FLOWERING ANZON: 2Y-YYO An eye-catching bloom; round yellow petals with a luminous, lemon-yellow pleated crown that has a bright-orange rim. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb BULK PURCHASE ask about prices for quantities greater than listed. BIT O’GOLD: 2W-WWY A large spectacular bloom. Broad, white perianth; the softest lemon, almost flat crown has a ruffled and scalloped edge of lemongold. Late. 25 for $59.95 12 for $29.95 5 for $12.95 3 for $7.95 W NE B.A. FORSTER: 2W-YYO Irresistible decorative bloom. Spreading lemon-yellow flatcup is delicately ruffled and rimmed orange; white petals. Early. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb JACKPOT: 2Y-YYO A striking decorative bloom. The large, mid-orange flat cup is highlighted with an edge of orange; mid-yellow petals. Early-mid. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 AUDUBON: 2W-WWP Unique, eye-catching exhibition flower; the open cream cup is edged with a wide band of vivid coral-red-pink; round pure white perianth. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb STRAWBERRY RIM: 2W-GWP An eye-catching pink. The white petals are crowned with a flat cup of cream which is rimmed by strawberry-pink. Mid-late. 12 for $119.50 5 for $54.95 3 for $33.95 $11.95 per bulb t MARILYN: 2W-YYO An eye-catching bloom; round white petals with a luminous, lemon-yellow pleated crown that has a bright orange scalloped edge. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb 13 These daffodils, each with white petals and varying shades of pink corona, add a touch of elegance to your spring garden. They give you a colour selection that is a complete departure from the traditional yellows and oranges, and they are just as easy to grow. DAFFODILS PINK CUP MID FLOWERING W NE EARLY FLOWERING SILK SONATA : 2W-P Spectacular, top quality bloom. A rich strawberrypink, vase-shaped cup flares to an attractive frilled and ruffled edge, white petals. Early. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb APHRODITE’S DREAM: 2W-P Stunning quality flower; broad white petals and a large true pink cup that matures to the palest gpink. Strong growing. Mid. 12 for $59.50 5 for $27.95 3 for $16.95 $5.95 per bulb CLAUDIA: 1W-P An eye-catching bloom. The elegant narrow, peach-pink trumpet has a pretty fluted edge backed by creamy white flat petals. Tall. Early. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb ROSELLE: 2W-P A most attractive flower. The gently flared corona with a delightful frilled edge, is a clear pink; pure-white petals. Early-mid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb MEGAN: 2 W-P A beautiful eye-catching bloom with a larger open cup of vibrant bronze-pink with a scalloped edge; flat milky white petals. Tall, strong stem. Early. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb 14 PASSIONALE: 2W-P Stunning bloom that stands the test of time. Broad white petals and a large cup of mid-pink with a gently rolled rim. Mid. 12 for $79.50 5 for $32.95 3 for $21.95 $7.95 per bulb t SOPHIE GIRL: 2W-P Striking quality bloom; broad ice-white petals and a large spreading cup of damsonpink. Mid 12 for $79.50 5 for $32.95 3 for $21.95 $7.95 per bulb LATE FLOWERING MIA: 2W-P Delightful, quality bloom; open bell-shaped cup of soft shell pink with a fluted edge; round white petals. Mid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb CHROMACOLOR: 2W-P An aptly named bloom. The striking spreading cup is intensely coloured and matures to a rich red-pink; broad ice-white petals. Mid. 12 for $119.50 5 for $54.95 3 for $33.95 $11.95 per bulb HIGH SOCIETY: 2W-GWP Stunning contrast flower. The elegant cup has a heavy band of cherry-pink; broad flat white perianth. Late. 12 for $79.50 5 for $32.95 3 for $21.95 $7.95 per bulb CONFECTION: 2W-P Stunning decorative bloom with an almost flat crown of soft salmon, paler at the base. Large white petals. Mid-late. 12 for $79.50 5 for $32.95 3 for $21.95 $7.95 per bulb THE DUCHESS: 1W-P Large elegant bloom with a striking long flared and fluted trumpet which is the softest pink; round white perianth. Late. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb DELNASHAUGH: 4W-P Magnificent large double bloom; layers of creamywhite petals; deep pink and white petaloids. Late. 12 for $119.50 5 for $54.95 3 for $33.95 $11.95 per bulb W NE LOVE-IN-IDLENESS: 2W-P Excellent quality bloom; flared cup of soft pink and broad pure-white petals. Midlate. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb SALOME: 2W-PPY Award winning daffodil; apricot-pink large-cup with a yellow rim, white petals. Strong growing. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb FAITH: 2W-P A spectacular bloom. The deep rose-pink crown is widely flared and complemented by a broad white perianth. Late. 12 for $79.50 5 for $32.95 3 for $21.95, $7.95 per bulb 15 DAFFODILS SPLIT CORONA Daffodils with unusual and spectacular flowers. The trumpet or cup is ‘split’ into its six natural lobes which are spread back across the petals. EARLY FLOWERING DOLLY MOLLINGER: 11bW-O/W. A beautiful bloom with sparkling white petals and a ruffled split-corona of bright apricot-orange, highlighted with white splashes. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb VELVET SOUFFLÉ: 11a W-Y Beautiful refreshing bloom with petals of soft creamywhite that are almost covered by the prominent velvety, custard-yellow split corona segments, lightly frilled at the edges. Early. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb SPLIT-CORONA MIX on page 32 of Hancock’s Daffodil catalogue. 16 DELTA: 11b -O/YW Large decorative “butterfly” split. The yellow-striped wings are suffused with orange and white and cover the purewhite petals. Tall. Early. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb MID FLOWERING SAFFRON QUEEN: 11aW-O A spectacular bloom, with a large, decorative, heavily r u f f l e d s p l i t - c o ro n a o f bright persimmon-orange, intermingled with a pure-white perianth. Mid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb SHRIKE: 11aW-P An incredibly striking bloom. The intensely coloured redpink split-cup beckons to be noticed, white petals. Mid-late. 12 for $199.50 5 for $91.95 3 for $56.95 $19.95 per bulb SOHO: 11aY-Y A very bright, decorative bloom with rich creamyyellow petals covered by the flat, deep golden-yellow split corona. Mid. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 t BITTER ORANGE: 11aY-O Striking split corona daffodil. The tangerine-orange flat corona is deeply split and almost covers the pale lemon petals. Tall, strong stem. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb LATE FLOWERING LOVE CALL: 11aW-OOY A most striking bloom with a clear, vibrant orange, flat split-corona lying against pure white petals. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb PICK UP: 11aW-YOO Bright colourful bloom, the orange split-cup matures to a deep orange-red and lies flat over the pure-white petals. Mid. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 TIRITOMBA: 11aY-O A rich orange deeply splitcorona with broad, brilliant yellow petals. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb PALMARES: 11aW-P Eye-catching bloom. The deeply ruffled split-corona of soft blushing pink spreads over the creamy-white petals. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb VALDROME: 11aW-Y Large, soft lemon-yellow corona is split into six beautifully ruffled segments which almost cover the creamy-white petals. Late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb EGARD: 11aW-Y The unusual biscuit-yellow split-corona is ruffled and lies against the white petals. Longlasting. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb COLORANGE: 11a Y-O A stunning flower, the goldenyellow petals surround the shimmering orange-peel coloured flat split-corona. Late. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb LEMON BEAUTY: 11bW-W/Y Refreshing bloom with pure white petals and a white and yellow ruffled split corona. Late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb TRIPARTITE: 11aY-Y An unusual flower. The sulphur-yellow split-corona flowers are mini-sized and bourne in clusters of two or more per stem. Late. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb 17 DAFFODILS FRILLED Grown exclusively by Hancock’s, these modern eye-catching varieties are outrageously ruffled and frilled. They are strong growers and outstanding garden varieties. EARLY FLOWERING MODERN ART: 2Y-O A large, eye-catching bloom. The round, soft lemon-yellow petals contrast with the magnificent, brilliant orange, heavily ruffled and pleated crown. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb PRINTAL: 11aW-Y A spectacular flower. The striking, clear yellow, heavily ruffled and frilled split-corona appears almost double against the pure white petals. Early. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb AMADEUS MOZART: 2W-O A stunning bloom with a heavily ruffled and pleated bright orange pom-pom like cup, pure-white petals. Mid. 12 for $59.50 5 for $27.95 3 for $16.95 $5.95 per bulb LATE FLOWERING MID FLOWERING BLUES: 2W-O Large striking decorative bloom; the spectacular yellow crown matures to gold and is heavily and closely frilled; white rounded petals. Earlymid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb BAZAAR: 2 Y-OOR A striking decorative, with a bright orange-red filigree edge flecked with white; lemon-yellow petals. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb BUDGET VARIETIES on pages 32 - 35 of Hancock’s Daffodil catalogue. 18 FLYER: 11aY-Y Eye-catching citron-yellow flower. The split-corona is so ruffled and pleated that it appears to be like a full double. Mid-late. 12 for $119.50 5 for $54.95 3 for $33.95 $11.95 per bulb t FRANCES MARY: 2Y-O Delightful decorative daffodil. The prominent orange largecup is heavily ruffled and frilled; golden-yellow petals. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb These fascinating varieties all have very long-lasting f l ow e rs . E a c h o p e n s sulphur or lemon-yellow and as the flower matures the trumpet becomes white. Plant clumps of these where you can enjoy the colour changes as the flowers develop. MID FLOWERING DAFFODILS SULPHUR LATE FLOWERING EARLY FLOWERING HONEYBIRD: 1Y-W Eye-catching, smooth, waxy uniform sulphur-lemon bloom; the trumpet matures white with a distinct honey glow. Tall. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb AVALON: 2Y-W A striking large exhibition flower of excellent substance with smooth lemon petals and a well proportioned cup that whitens with maturity. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb SPELLBINDER: 1Y-WWY Large attractive sulphurlemon bloom. The flanged trumpet matures white, leaving a sparkling citronyellow rim. Early-mid. 25 for $59.95 12 for $29.95 5 for $12.95 3 for $7.95 BEAU GESTE: 2Y-W An arresting large, long-lasting flower with sulphur-lemon petals. The trumpet matures white with an attractive rolled edge. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb BLIMEY: 2Y-W An elegant, well-formed bloom, opening a greenishl e m o n t h ro u g h o u t . A t maturity, the open pleated cup turns to pure-white. Long lasting. Early-mid. 25 for $59.95 12 for $29.95 5 for $12.95 3 for $7.95 FISTRAL: 2Y-W An attractive bloom with an elegant expanded and scalloped lemon trumpet that matures to a glowing creamywhite; round lemon-yellow petals. Mid-late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 t PISTACHIO: 1Y-W A huge flower with a prominent trumpet that matures white with a light lemon-yellow serrated, flared edge against flat iced-lemon petals. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb 19 In every garden there is a special place for the softer, more subtle tones of this pretty selection. White or cream petals are complemented by varying styles of trumpet or crown in shades of lemon and yellow. DAFFODILS PASTEL MID FLOWERING EARLY FLOWERING A.B. CASHMORE: 2W-Y An outstanding bloom; the striking, large expanded frilled crown opens bright yellow, maturing to rich golden yellow; flat white petals. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb MONEYMAKER: 2Y-Y Large impressive bloom with a beautifully flared and fluted vivid-yellow trumpet; soft lemon petals. Strong stem. Early. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 DAFFODILS FOR MASSING on pages 32-35 of Hancock’s Daffodil catalogue 20 ARA: 6W-Y A large bold flower with broad slightly swept-back white petals, pale-yellow trumpet with a ruffled and rolled margin. Early-mid. 12 for $59.50 5 for $27.95 3 for $16.95 $5.95 per bulb BRAVOURE: 1W-Y Simply stunning large daffodil. The extravagant deep yellow trumpet dominates the thick smooth white petals. Mid. 12 for $99.50 5 for $44.95 3 for $27.95 $9.95 per bulb NIMBUS: 2W-Y A quality bloom. The soft lemon, large cup is edged bright citron and beautifully flared and rolled back; flat milky white petals. Early-mid. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 MOONDAH: 2W-WWY A large, refreshing bloom. The white, wide-open ribbed crown has a distinct lemonyellow frilled edge. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb t FRANGELICA: 1W-Y Very decorative large flower with a lemon-yellow pleated and ruffled crown and broad white petals. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb LATE FLOWERING SMILING SUN 2WWY-Y Stylish showy flower, the softyellow overlapping petals are crowned by a refined mid-pink slightly ruffled cup. Early-mid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb IRANI 4W-Y A very round, smooth double of pure white interspersed with central small primroseyellow petaloids. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb MEMENTO: 2YYW-P An elegant bloom. The slightly flared, long straight cup of light pink is complemented by soft-lemon petals. Strong. Mid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb EUPHONY: 2Y-Y Beautiful bloom, with a neat, soft creamy-white trumpet and perianth. Perfect form. Late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 QUARTERMAIN: 2W-GYY Showy flower with white petals and a large, perfectly flat, pleated crown of canaryyellow. Late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 TRYST: 2W-WWY Handsome show bloom with ivory-white petals; the creamyellow cup has a strong yellow edge. Scented. Tall. Late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 UP PERISCOPE: 2W-YWY A white flower of outstanding quality. The beautiful flat pleated, greenish-white crown has a golden eye and a band of bright lemon. Late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 FRUIT CUP: 7W-Y Outstanding true jonquil with multi-flowered stems; florets with milk-white petals and cups of pale lemon. Scented. Late. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb LEMON FLASH: 2W-Y Attractive, neat flower; refreshing snow-white petals and bright lemon-yellow flat disc-cup with a fluted edge. Late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 21 DAFFODILS BIG & BOLD Give your garden a real lift with these magnificent varieties. Their huge flowers are a sight to behold and make a display which is sure to delight. EARLY FLOWERING BYLGIA: 2W-Y A huge garden flower. The pale yellow, open flared trumpet has a decorative frilled edge. Large lemonyellow petals. Strong, tall stem. Early. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb GIGANTIC STAR: 2Y-Y A huge golden-yellow flower with a star-shaped perianth. The open trumpet has an attractive serrated edge. Tall. Early. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 OTHER FLOWERING BULBS in Hancock’s Spring Bulbs catalogue 22 SLIM WHITMAN: 2W-OOY Eye-catching and vigorous daffodil. Ruffled bronzeorange flat-cup develops a primrose edge as it matures; white petals. Early-mid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb RADIANCE: 2W-O Large distinctively coloured decorative bloom with broad white petals and an open, apricot-orange flat crown with an attractive rolled and frilled edge. Early 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb HIGHPEAK: 2Y-YYO Huge flower on a very tall, strong stem; glistening mid-yellow petals and large expanded clear gold cup frilled with deep orange. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb GAY VAGABOND: 2W-YYO Spectacular large bloom. The flat, open pleated cup is a soft lemon at the base, gradually intensifying in colour to the orange-gold ruffled band. Large creamy-white petals. Early-mid. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 t FORTISSIMO: 2Y-O A gigantic flower with brilliant lemon-yellow petals. The strong, bright orange, funnelshaped corona has a deeply fluted rim. Robust. Mid. 25 for $39.95 12 for $19.95 5 for $9.50 3 for $5.95 BIG CHIEF: 1Y-Y A huge flower. The prominent deep-gold rolled and fluted trumpet is surrounded by soft lemon petals. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb MID FLOWERING LATE FLOWERING ICE FOLLIES: 2W-W An eye-catching flower with large creamy-white petals and a frilled flat cup, opening lemon-primrose and maturing white. Early-mid. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 GABRIEL KLEIBERG: 11aY-O Immense flower; prominent, eye-catching tangerine splitcorona lies flat against the creamy perianth. Late. 12 for $37.5 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb WINCHESTER: 2W-YYO A most striking decorative bloom with pure-white petals; large round flat fluted corona of brightest yellow with a fine orange rim. Early. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb AMOR: 3W-YYO A huge flower with creamywhite petals and an imposing yellow cup with a distinctive orange-red band. Mid-late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 GILTOL: 2W-Y An immense bloom with a large prominent bright yellow trumpet which has a neatly rolled, fluted edge; wide white petals. Tall. Early. 25 for $39.95 12 for $19.95 5 for $9.50 3 for $5.95 CANASTA: 11aW-Y Large, spectacular bloom, the vibrant yellow, ruffled-edged split-cup lies flat against a striking firm white perianth. Tall. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb FAT CAT: 2Y-O An immense decorative bloom with a striking, very wide, ribbed bowl-shaped crown of rich orange and broad round yellow petals. Tall, strong stem. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb GAY CAVALIER: 4Y-O An excellent double with rows of rich yellow petals complemented by bright orange segments within the folds of the full head. Late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb 23 DAFFODILS BRIGHT CUPS These popular varieties have beautiful bright orange-red cups that contrast with the bright yellow or sparklingwhite petals. They come in many shapes and styles for a varied, long-lasting and eye-catching display. EARLY FLOWERING SUNSTRUCK: 2Y-O A colourful garden flower. The bright yellow petals surround an open, fluted tangerineorange cup. Strong stem. Very early. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 JUANITA: 2Y-O Huge flower with an orange fluted open cup, ruffled and rolled at the edge with white flecks; large yellow petals. Tall. Early. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 BEDAZZLED: 2Y-O A large arresting flower of excellent substance. The deep yellow petals have a bright orange open saucer-shaped crown. Tall stem. Early-mid. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 PREMIUM MIXES on pages 32-33 of Hancock’s Daffodil catalogue. 24 MID FLOWERING JOHANN STRAUSS: 2W-O Striking decorative bloom; the open frilled crown of brightest scarlet-orange contrasts strongly with the ice-white petals. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb FUSED: 2Y-O An exhibition flower; richyellow perianth; neat, brilliant-orange straight cup with a serrated edge. Robust stem. Mid. 25 for $59.95 12 for $29.95 5 for $12.95 3 for $7.95 BRIGHT SPARK: 2Y-O Conspicuous daffodil with golden-yellow petals and a spreading orange cup that is lightly frilled. Tall. Mid 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 t BINGO: 2Y-YOO Attractive vigorous daffodil with flat golden-yellow petals and a short refined orange cup that has a yellow base. Tall. Mid. 25 for $39.95 12 for $19.95 5 for $9.50 3 for $5.95 LATE FLOWERING STYLISH: 2O-O A most striking bloom with smooth, rounded goldenorange well formed petals that surround a deep orangered cup. Mid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb SUN CHARIOT: 2Y-O Excellent vigorous garden flower; bright yellow petals with an intense orange bowlshaped cup. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb TITAAN: 2Y-O A large striking bloom with a long prominent trumpetshaped cup of brightest orange; wide yellow petals. Tall. Late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb W NE GLENFARCLAS: 1Y-O Unusual bloom. The long elegant golden-orange trumpet has a neatly flared edge and flat, bright yellow overlapping petals. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb LOCH HOPE: 2Y-R A classy and vigorous exhibition bloom. Intense orange-red small-cup is surrounded by thick, smooth golden-yellow petals. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb SOESTDIJK: 2W-YOW A magnificent decorative bloom with an immense, burnt-orange, pleated flat crown with a distinct creamywhite edge. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb HOGAN: 2Y-O Magnificent bloom with rich, deep yellow perianth and a large, brilliant orange straight cup with a serrated edge. Mid-late. 25 for $39.95 12 for $19.95 5 for $9.50 3 for $5.95 RED ARIA: 2O-O Magnificent bloom with rich, deep yellow perianth and a large, brilliant orange straight cup with a serrated edge. Mid-late. 12 for $59.50 5 for $27.95 3 for $16.95 $5.95 per bulb REDHILL: 2W-OR A very striking bloom; pure white petals and a stunning, vivid orange-red bowl-cup. Vigorous. Mid-late. 25 for $39.95 12 for $19.95 5 for $9.50 3 for $5.95 25 DAFFODILS FLAT CUP These delightful showy varieties are a complete contrast to the traditional trumpet shape. Each one has the centre flattened into a most striking ‘disc’ often frilled, ruffled or pleated. EARLY FLOWERING JOSEPH BANKS: 2 Y-YYO Large, bright, early flowering decorative bloom with broad, flat yellow petals; wide, golden-yellow, saucer-shaped cup has a fine orange band at the edge. Early. 25 for $39.95 12 for $19.95 5 for $9.50 3 for $5.95 COLOUR PARADE: 2Y-O Eye-catching large flower with golden-yellow petals surrounding a brilliant orange bowl cup that flattens at maturity. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb MID FLOWERING STRIKE A LIGHT: 2W-YOO Free-flowering bright bloom. The wide-spreading orange cup has a yellow base and white petals. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb ROYAL APPLAUSE: 2W-YYO An immense bloom; striking large, flat pleated cup of bright orange-yellow, edged with a broad, orange band; creamy-white petals. Tall. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb FRIED EGG: 2Y-YYO A wonderful garden flower; large, round primrose-yellow perianth; huge orange-yellow flat corona with an orange rim. Early. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 EXPLANATION OF CODES on page 35 26 ABEL TASMAN: 2W-Y Magnificent large bloom; the striking, rich-gold crown with a pleated edge spreads flat over the milk-white petals. Mid. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 t RAOUL WALLENBERG: 2Y-Y Eye-catching and vigorous daffodil. Large flowers with pale-yellow petals and a pleated flat cup of custardyellow. Early-mid. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb LATE FLOWERING WILD CARNIVAL: 2Y-O A striking decorative bloom; spectacular, vivid orange flat bowl-shaped crown is very heavily frilled; bright-yellow perianth. Sturdy. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb HONKEY: 2W-O Huge decorative bloom. The prominent, flat orange-yellow crown is heavily frilled at the edge; broad, creamy-white petals. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb SEPTEMBER CLOUD: 2W-O The imposing, serrated crown of deep apricotorange lies flat against the well formed cream to white petals. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb CHARLES STURT: 2Y-O Large striking flower; deep tangerine-orange corona is reflexed back against soft yellow petals. Late. 25 for $59.95 12 for $29.95 5 for $12.95 3 for $7.95 PHAR LAP: 2W-O A stunning bloom. The large flat cup is deepest old-gold, contrasting with white petals. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb ARTIST’S MODEL: 2W-OOY Beautiful and unusual bloom; the vivid-golden flat-cup has a distinctly paler yellow rim. White petals. Late. 25 for $59.95 12 for $29.95 5 for $12.95 3 for $7.95 TRUGANINI: 2Y-O An outstanding bloom. The huge yellow perianth backs the flat, apricot-orange cup with a ribbed edge. Tall. Midlate. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 OUTSIDER: 2W-YYO Striking flower with rounded white petals. The flat yellow pleated cup has a wide, tangerine-orange rim. Late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb QUICK TIME: 3Y-O A good garden flower; flat disc crown of bright orange lies flat against the broad lemonyellow petals. Sturdy robust stem. Late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 27 “A host of golden daffodils” the best starting point for every daffodil collection. This delightful selection offers a traditional display from late winter right through to the end of September. Mass them in clumps or drifts. DAFFODILS YELLOW MID FLOWERING EARLY FLOWERING DUTCH MASTER: 1Y-Y A large, robust all goldenyellow flower; the trumpet is delightfully rolled and serrated; thick spreading petals. Early-mid. 25 for $39.95 12 for $19.95 5 for $9.50 3 for $5.95 HARBINGER OF SPRING: 2Y-Y. One of the first daffodils to bloom. Long-lasting large flower with golden-yellow petals and rolled cup. Early. 25 for $59.95 12 for $29.95 5 for $12.95 3 for $7.95 YORNUP: 2Y-Y Large flower with wide, pointed lemon-yellow petals; attractive open lemon cup matures bright orange-yellow. Tall and prolific. Very early. 25 for $39.95 12 for $19.95 5 for $9.50 3 for $5.95 BULK YELLOWS on pages 33-35 of Hancock’s Daffodil catalogue 28 GOLDEN ROBIN: 2Y-Y Stunning large early flower; thick golden-yellow petals surround a golden-yellow trumpet that has a lightly rolled and serrated rim. Robust and tall. Early. 25 for $59.95 12 for $29.95 5 for $12.95 3 for $7.95 BALLADE: 1Y-Y Huge long-lasting, bright yellow bloom; imposing, flared trumpet with fluted edge. Strong stem. Early-mid. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 CARLTON: 1Y-Y Delightful large flowered daffodil; wide pale yellow petals with a deeper yellow spreading large cup. Earlymid. 25 for $39.95 12 for $19.95 5 for $9.50 3 for $5.95 t BUCCANEER: 2Y-Y This large all-yellow bloom has a prominent open trumpet with a very attractive serrated, flared edge. Early. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 GREG’S FAVOURITE: 1Y-Y A stunning early trumpet; large golden-yellow flowers with pointy petals on a long strong stem make this an ideal cutting variety. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb WANDIN GLORY: 2Y-Y A superb flower of uniform deep golden-yellow; flanged serrated trumpet; broad round petals. Tall. Mid. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 EXCEPTION: 1Y-Y A decorative and reliable daffodil that is all goldenyellow. The long narrow trumpet flares at the end with flat wide petals. Mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb MARIEKE: 1Y-Y Magnificent rich golden yellow; huge open trumpet with rolled and ruffled edge. Mid. 25 for $59.95 12 for $29.95 5 for $12.95 3 for $7.95 CAMELOT: 2Y-Y Outstanding fresh clear yellow bloom with an evenly serrated long cup and rounded petals. Late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb LATE FLOWERING NIFTY: 1Y-Y A very neat and smooth golden-yellow bloom with slightly swept-back petals and a lightly frilled straight trumpet. Mid-late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 AURELIA: 7Y-Y A beautiful well-formed show flower; lightly scented, golden yellow flowers sometimes multi-headed. Late. 25 for $39.95 12 for $19.95 5 for $9.50 3 for $5.95 GOLD CONVENTION: 2Y-Y A large, consistent, deep golden-yellow flower of very round, flat smooth form. Tall, vigorous. Late. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb LAUNY: 4Y-Y Spectacular full double; midyellow petals with slightly deeper inserted tepals. Strong stem. Late. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb 29 An extremely vigorous and easy care group of daffodils. They are often fragrant, tend to be later flowering and are favoured by show exhibitors. DAFFODILS DAINTY-CUP LATE FLOWERING MID FLOWERING RED EMBER: 3Y-O Brilliant bloom with wellformed rounded petals of deep gold and a fiery-red flat cup. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb MRS DAVID CALVERT: 3W-GRR Impressive bloom; white perianth contrasts with the saucer-shaped crown of orange-red with a green eye. Mid. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 Daffodils and other spring-flowering bulbs are dormant when conditions are dry so they don’t need summer watering. 30 PLACID: 3W-Y A prize-winning bloom with an attractive fluted crown of glowing lemon-yellow and wide white petals. Tall. Late. 25 for $59.95 12 for $29.95 5 for $12.95 3 for $7.95 QUADRILLE: 3W-YYO A fine bloom, the glistening white petals surround a lemonyellow cup that is rimmed with a burnt orange rim. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb UFO: 3W-R Eye-catching bright bloom. The small bowl-shaped cup of deep-orange makes a bold contrast against the broad white petals. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb CAPE CLEAR: 3W-Y Eye-catching bloom with brilliant white, round petals and a striking bright yellow open flared cup. Mid-late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 t NEVOSE: 3W-W Shimmering show bloom with smooth round petals and a creamy-white fluted crown. Scented. Mid-late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb An added bonus in beautiful daffodils! These varieties have a distinctive, violetlike fragrance which is strongest when the flower is freshly opened. DAFFODILS FRAGRANT LATE FLOWERING EARLY FLOWERING FRAGRANT BREEZE: 2W-O A strikingly large perfumed flower with a beautiful rich buff-yellow open flared crown, fluted at the edge; flat white petals. Early-mid. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb MANLY: 4Y-O An immense, striking full bloom with masses of elegant layers of creamy-yellow petals highlighted with apricotorange inner segments. Perfumed. Late. 12 for $37.50 5 for $16.50 3 for $9.95 $3.75 per bulb FRAGRANT ROSE: 2W-GPP Seductive flower with a pure white round perianth. The thimble-shaped crown is raspberry-pink with a green eye. Light rose perfume. Strong substance. Late. 12 for $59.50 5 for $27.95 3 for $16.95 $5.95 per bulb MID FLOWERING LATIN FIRE: 3W-YYO Large flower with broad pure-white petals. The open bowl-shaped yellow crown is edged with orange-red. Tall. Mid-late. 25 for $49.95 12 for $24.95 5 for $10.95 3 for $6.95 MORE SCENTED on pages 10-11 with Multi-flowered Daffodils MISTY MOON: 3W-WWO Exquisitely dainty. The tiny flat white cup has a delicate rim of salmon-orange; pure-white petals. Late. 25 for $39.95 12 for $19.95 5 for $9.50 3 for $5.95 PORTRUSH: 3W-GWW Attractive tall variety. The almost flat white crown with an alluring green eye is at the core of flat pure-white perianth. Orange-blossom scented. Late. 25 for $59.95 12 for $29.95 5 for $12.95 3 for $7.95 t SORBET: 11b W-Y/OW Striking beautiful opensegmented split-corona has radiating spokes of cream, yellow and orange; white petals. Mid-late. 12 for $49.50 5 for $23.50 3 for $14.50 $4.95 per bulb 31 DAFFODILS FOR Daffodils are ideal for planting in large clumps and massing along driveways, under deciduous trees and in lawn areas. You will need to plant about 60–75 bulbs to cover one square metre. PREMIUM RAINBOW MIXED DAFFODILS PERFUMED MIXED JONQUILS Selected from our colourful range, this fragrant mixture of many multi‑headed varieties will flower over an extended period. Ideal for naturalizing. 100 for $84.50 50 for $45.00 25 for $24.95 1000 for $595.00 500 for $355.00 300 for $235.00 Premium Rainbow Mixed Daffodils In this selection we guarantee at least a hundred varieties of a wide range of colours, flowering times and styles, including splits, doubles and pinks, so you are assured of a bright and varied long‑lasting display. 100 for $87.95 50 for $46.95 25 for $24.95 1000 for $695.00 500 for $375.00 300 for $245.00 DOUBLE MIXED DAFFODILS Perfumed Mixed Jonquils SPLIT-CORONA MIXED DAFFODILS A spectacular mixture of brilliant, ruffled splitcorona varieties in a wide range of shapes and colours. 100 for $99.50 50 for $53.50 25 for $29.50 1000 for $775.00 500 for $455.00 300 for $285.00 Double Mixed Daffodils An eye‑catching and long‑lasting mixture of bright fluffy doubles in a wide range of colours. 100 for $118.00 1000 for $995.00 50 for $62.00 500 for $530.00 25 for $32.50 300 for $336.00 32 Split-corona Mixed Daffodils MASSED DISPLAY GOLDEN-YELLOW MIXED DAFFODILS COTTAGE MIXED DAFFODILS Golden-yellow Mixed Daffodils Cottage Mixed Daffodils A mix of traditional yellow varieties with a range of different shapes and flowering times for a long‑lasting massed display. This hardy selection is an interesting blend of dainty, small‑cupped daffodils, old‑style doubles and perfumed, multi-flowered jonquils, ideal for the informal cottage garden. 100 for $87.95 50 for $46.95 25 for $24.95 1000 for $695.00 500 for $375.00 300 for $245.00 PADDOCK MIXED DAFFODILS & JONQUILS 100 for $84.50 50 for $45.00 25 for $24.95 1000 for $595.00 500 for $355.00 300 for $235.00 BUDGET MIXED DAFFODILS BUDGET RAINBOW MIX Economical selection of smaller bulbs of Premium Rainbow mixed. Some bulbs may require an extra season to flower. 1000 for $575.00 500 for $325.00 BUDGET PADDOCK MIX Economical selection of smaller bulbs of Paddock Daffodil & Jonquil mixed. Some bulbs may not flower in the first spring. 1000 for $475.00 500 for $295.00 Paddock Mixed Daffodils & Jonquils Fresh from the paddock, selected from our complete range, this broad mixture includes all types and colours on these pages; splits, doubles, cottage types and fragrant multi‑headed varieties that will flower over an extended period. Ideal for naturalizing. 100 for $84.50 50 for $45.00 25 for $24.95 1000 for $595.00 500 for $355.00 300 for $235.00 GAMBLER’S POT LUCK At the end of the dispatch season we often have small quantities of bulbs packaged up which are uneconomic to plant back. For $56.50 (includes postage) we will send $100+ value of a wide range of labelled bulbs suited to your climate. This is a separate order for delivery late-April. 33 MASSING DAFFS FOR NATURALIZING We also supply larger quantities of daffodils as individual varieties. These are especially suited for planting in clumps around the garden where colour grouping is important. We will select the named varieties that best suit your requirements for flowering time, colour and shape. Choose the colours and quantities from the chart below (may vary from photos) 1 2 DAFFODIL COLOURS 3 per 250 4 5 per 100 per 50 6 per 25 1 Yellow Trumpets ........................... $210.00 $89.50$49.50 $27.00 2 Yellow‑Orange/Red .......................$210.00 $89.50$49.50 $27.00 3 White‑Orange/Red ........................$235.00 $99.50$54.00 $29.50 4 White‑Yellow .................................. $235.00 $99.50$54.00 $29.50 5 White‑Pink ...................................... $299.00 $125.00$66.50 $36.00 6 Banded .............................................$235.00 $99.50$54.00 $29.50 HIGHLIGHTS GARDEN COLLECTION Delightful clumps of colour to highlight your spring display. 150 BULBS 25 of each colour above, separately named (value $178.50) for only $139 34 STYLISH GARDEN COLLECTION Create style and beauty with splashes of colour. 300 BULBS 50 of each colour above, separately named (value $327.50) for only $259 LANDSCAPE GARDEN COLLECTION For a colourful and impressive massed display. 600 BULBS 100 of each colour above, separately named (value $602.50) for only $479 ‘King Alfred’ style daffodils and perfumed jonquils planted in bold clumps will give you a country feel of rambling walks and open spaces. Choose from below to create this traditional display. Jonquils are particularly useful for milder coastal areas. POT OF GOLD COLLECTION 30 Bulbs...TEN of each variety below, separately named, for only $32.50 60 Bulbs...TWENTY of each variety below, separately named, for only $57.50 Magnifique Gigantic Star Variety (All yellow) per 250 Magnifique (July) ..........................$215.00 Gigantic Star (August) ................ $215.00 McIvor (September) ......................$215.00 McIvor per 100 per 50 per 25 per 12 $89.50$49.50$27.00$14.50 $89.50$49.50$27.00$14.50 $89.50$49.50$27.00$14.50 FRAGRANT JONQUIL COLLECTION 40 Bulbs...TEN of each variety above, separately named, for only $39.95 80 Bulbs...TWENTY of each variety above, separately named, for only $74.50 Paper White Grand Soleil d’Or Jonquil variety per 250 Paper White (June) .......................$175.00 Grand Soleil d’Or (July) .............. $175.00 Erlicheer (August) .........................$215.00 Silver Chimes (Sep.) ..................... $275.00 Erlicheer Silver Chimes per 100 per 50 per 25 per 12 $75.00$42.00$23.50$12.50 $75.00$42.00$23.50$12.50 $90.50$49.50$27.00$14.50 $115.00$62.50$33.50$17.50 DAFFODIL codes explained By international convention daffodil varieties are classified by the following codes; DIVISION NUMBER describes Div 12 Other Daffodils flower type: Div 13 Daffodil Species FLOWER COLOUR is described Div. 1 Trumpet Daffodils Div. 2 Large Cup Daffodils at maturity by the letters following the Division Number. Div. 3 Small Cup Daffodils The first letter indicates petal Div. 4 Double Daffodils colour, other letter(s) following Div. 5 Swan’s Neck Daffodils hyphen indicate colour of the Div. 6 Cyclamineus Daffodils cup from the centre to the edge. Div. 7 True Jonquils Y:Yellow Div. 8 Tazetta Jonquils W: White or Whitish Div. 9 Poeticus Daffodils P:Pink Div. 10 Hoop Petticoats O:Orange Div. 11a Split-corona Daffodils G:Green Div 11b Papillon Split-corona R:Red. TIME OF FLOWERING is shown after each description (but may vary according to locality and season). Very Early June and July Early First half August Early‑Mid Last half August Mid First half September Late Last half September Very LateOctober For larger quantities of individual varieties please request a Wholesale List. 35