Narcissus 'Avalanche of Gold'

Also Known As

Avalanche of Gold Paperwhite

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 12"-15"
W: 6"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Narcissus 'Avalanche of Gold' plant details

Narcissus 'Avalanche of Gold' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Narcissus 'Avalanche of Gold'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 12 IN - 15 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, forcing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Narcissus 'Avalanche of Gold'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is from a cross of Avalanche x Newton, and is in many ways an all-yellow version of Avalanche. It is a bit earlier than Avalanche (February in California), and a bit more lightly built. Being slightly shorter it should make an excellent pot plant, as it can have up to 3-4 stems per bulb. The perianth is light yellow, with a darker yellow cup, 8-15 florets per stem, of similar size and shape to Avalanche. Strong stems. Nice spicy scent. Good increaser, with fine healthy foliage and bulbs like Avalanche. Pollen fertile. Does well in wet or dry locations. IN COLDER CLIMATES, THESE LARGE BULBS ARE VERY EASILY FORCED FOR WINTER BLOOM INDOORS! Huge bulbs! Most are 2 inches or more across. Grown, freshly dug, and sorted by hand here in the good old USA.