Photo of Narcissus 'Pipit' flower by Leafari

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Narcissus 'Pipit'

Also Known As

  • Pipit Daffodil

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 14"-16"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Narcissus 'Pipit' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Narcissus 'Pipit'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 14 IN - 16 IN - tall
Flowers: white and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, rare, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Narcissus 'Pipit'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pipit is that rare daffodil that's a soft, luminous shade of yellow, not the more familiar bright yellow to gold, cooled further with a ruffled white cup. This American bred show winner produces 2 to 3 flower per stem, enhancing and extending the annual spring show.

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Narcissus 'Pipit' plant

How to Grow Narcissus 'Pipit'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 6"-12"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • 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

4a-8b

Size

Height: 12"

Width: 8"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry when dormant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

4a-8b

Size

Height: 12"-24"

Width: 12"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry when dormant
  • dry in summer
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aka Golden Dawn Daffodil, Golden Dawn Paperwhites

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

4a-10b

Size

Height: 15"-22"

Width: 12"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry when dormant
  • dry in summer
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