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    Narcissus 'Nir'

    Scientific Name: Narcissus 'Nir'

    Also Known As

    • Nir Paperwhites

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 16"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 9a-10b

    Narcissus 'Nir' plant details

    Narcissus 'Nir' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and winter white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun 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 'Nir'

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: amaryllidaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 12 IN wide, 16 IN tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring and winter
    Uses: border plant, cutting garden, fragrant, houseplant, summer dormant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Narcissus 'Nir'

    USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Nir is one of the newer varieties of paperwhites, with flowers that mirror traditional blooms and a scent that's a bit lighter.

    By: Leafari

    Gardening facts about Narcissus 'Nir' plant

    How to Grow Narcissus 'Nir'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • 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

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • winter

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • grassy

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