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That's an easy one: The 'Amabilis' because the more slender, more delicate tepals appear to be dancing, bending, fluttering in the spring air.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I would go for 'Amabilis' as I tend to like more and more varieties that are closer to their natural parents in nature.
ReplyDeleteSilent Valley has more substance, it gets my vote!
ReplyDeleteI voted for 'Amabilis' but I would prefer to have both and plant them near each other. I like the contrast of their form.
ReplyDeleteThe point of good I really favor in your blog..
ReplyDeleteI only grow Amabilis and that is all I want from a creamy white narcissi...
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