How to Grow and Care for Poet's narcissus

Poet's narcissus, also known as Pheasant's eye, White daffodil, Nargis, Findern flower, Pinkster lily

Poet's narcissus is known for its resilience and low maintenance requirements, making it an easy-to-care-for species. Key to its care are well-draining soil and ample sunlight. It's especially important to avoid waterlogged conditions, as poet's narcissus is susceptible to bulb rot. After blooming, allowing the foliage to die back naturally is crucial for nutrient replenishment.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

Toxic to Human & Pets

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Planting and Growing Poet's narcissus

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Planting Time	Early spring, Mid spring, Mid fall, Late fall, Early winter, Late winter
Hardiness Zones	3-10
Toxicity	Toxic to Human & Pets

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Varieties of Poet's narcissus

Daffodils 'Flower Record'

This cultivar belongs to the Large-Cupped Daffodil group because its sizeable cup makes it stand out from the crowd. If that weren't enough, daffodils 'Flower Record' presents a stark contrast in color, with white outer petals and a bright yellow cup dusted with red at its edges. It's loved, not just amongst gardeners but also those looking for a striking cut flower display.

Daffodils 'Merlin'

Daffodils 'Merlin' showcases vibrant white petals crowned by a small, orange-yellow cup, a signature trait of its daffodil lineage. Thriving in well-drained soils of temperate habitats, its spring blooms herald the coming of warmer days. This perennial's enticing fragrance graces gardens with a hint of the wildwood's charm.

Daffodils 'Actaea'

Daffodils 'Actaea' features white petals and a small red-rimmed yellow cup. It has a sweet and musky fragrance and is often used for perfumes. The bulbs can cause skin irritation, so handle with gloves. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Daffodils 'Badbury Rings'

Daffodils 'Badbury Rings' has stunning yellow flowers with an orange-rimmed cup, which have won it the Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society. This cultivar was first registered in 1985 and is the result of a cross between Narcissus 'Ferndown' and Narcissus 'Achduart'. It shares its name with the historical site in the United Kingdom.

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Poet's narcissus is a perennial herb with a bulbous base, gracing gardens in mid spring with its fragrant, singular flower per stem. The flower boasts pure white perianth segments surrounding a distinct, flattened corona that is green or yellow with a striking red rim. This herb typically reaches up to 1'5" (45 cm) in height and prefers to be planted 4-5" (10-12.5 cm) beneath soil level. The foliage, which retreats naturally once browned, should be trimmed back, allowing the plant to thrive, especially when nutritious bone meal or superphosphate is added during planting. Renowned for its resistance to pests and diseases, poet's narcissus owes this robustness to its content of toxic alkaloids. Its resilience also extends to heat and drought conditions.