Narcissus Assorted Varieties

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Linda Engstrom

Description

Narcissus sp. is a spring-flowering bulb. They are permanent, increasing form year to year. Leaves are straight and flat or narrow and rushlike. Flowers are composed of right angled petals surrounding the trumpet in the center. Flowers usually face sun. Keep that in mind when selecting planting place.

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

Flower Color

Yellow, White

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Meadow, Water Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.