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Buy Narcissus romieuxii var. rifanus

Also Known As

Narcissus romieuxii subsp. romieuxii var. rifains

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 2"-6"

planting zones

7b-10a

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Narcissus romieuxii var. rifanus plant details

Narcissus romieuxii var. rifanus is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In winter white and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Narcissus romieuxii var. rifanus

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 IN - 6 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: white and yellow blooms in winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Narcissus romieuxii var. rifanus

USDA Zones: 7b - 10a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This little species daffodil sports wide, pale butter yellow petunia-like blooms on 4" stalks in late winter to early spring, rising from 6" clumps of narrow green leaves. Enjoys full sun, average water, and well-drained soil. Hardy to USDA zone 4.

By: Cistus Nursery

This is the form from the Rif Mountains of Morocco, where it grows in cedar woods on limestone, shorter than the typical form; flowers are generally pale in color.