Sunday, February 26, 2012

Daffodils

Daffodils get their genus name of Narcissus from the Greek myth of the same name. Narcissus was a handsome young Greek man who was quite enamored with his own looks. One day he spotted his reflection in a pool of water. Leaning over to get a better look, he fell in and drowned.

One of the most popular flowers grown in the United States, daffodils are easy to grow and quick to multiply. For many Americans, the bright yellow faces of daffodils are the first sign that the long winter season has ended.


Read more: About Daffodils | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/about_4672242_daffodils.html#ixzz1nYmeV032
 
 
 

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