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Narcissus jonquilla
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 8"-12"
- W: 3"-12"
planting zones
- 4a-8b
Narcissus jonquilla plant details
Narcissus jonquilla is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun 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 jonquilla
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: amaryllidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 3 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: cutting garden, fragrant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Narcissus jonquilla
- USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Narcissus jonquilla
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 4"-8"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 4"-18"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly shade
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- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
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Size
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Width: 8"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
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