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    Narcissus 'Horace'

    Also Known As

    • Horace Daffodil

    Plant type

    bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 18"-20"
    • W: 4"-15"

    planting zones

    • 4a-7a

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    Narcissus 'Horace' plant details

    Narcissus 'Horace' 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 'Horace'

    Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: amaryllidaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 4 IN - 15 IN - wide, 18 IN - 20 IN - tall
    Flowers: orange and white blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Narcissus 'Horace'

    USDA Zones: 4a - 7a
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Named for the Roman poet who celebrated country life and carpe diem, 'Horace' was for decades the standard of excellence that all other poet's narcissus were judged against. With a jewel-like eye aglow with orange and red, it's been called George Engleheart's "greatest triumph." Fragrant, 9 W-GOR, 18-20", zones 4-7aS(9WC)

    By: Old House Gardens

    Gardening facts about Narcissus 'Horace' plant

    How to Grow Narcissus 'Horace'

    • 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

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