Narcissus 'Firetail'
Also Known As
- Firetail Daffodil
Plant type
bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 18"-20"
- W: 4"-18"
planting zones
- 5a-7b
Narcissus 'Firetail' plant details
Narcissus 'Firetail' is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring orange and 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 'Firetail'
- Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: amaryllidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 4 IN - 18 IN - wide, 18 IN - 20 IN - tall
- Flowers: orange and white blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Narcissus 'Firetail'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 7b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Narcissus 'Firetail' plant
How to Grow Narcissus 'Firetail'
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
- orange
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
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Size
Height: 4"-8"
Width: 4"-8"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- 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: 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
8a-10b
Size
Height: 4"-18"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
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Size
Height: 12"
Width: 8"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
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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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