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Narcissus poeticus 'Plenus'

Also Known As

  • Narcissus albus plenus odoratus

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 16"-18"
  • W: 4"-15"

planting zones

  • 3a-6b

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Narcissus poeticus 'Plenus' plant details

Narcissus poeticus 'Plenus' is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Narcissus poeticus 'Plenus'

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 15 IN - wide, 16 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Narcissus poeticus 'Plenus'

USDA Zones: 3a - 6b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Snowy white, richly fragrant, and hardy to zone 3, double pheasant's-eyes appear on almost every daffodil list from Clusius's in 1601 to catalogs of the early 1900s. Though they can be erratic bloomers, in long, cool springs and well-watered soils they're heavenly. N. poeticus 'Plenus', 4 W-W, 16-18", zones 3-6bS(8WC)

Gardening facts about Narcissus poeticus 'Plenus' plant

How to Grow Narcissus poeticus 'Plenus'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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