Narcissus flower: yellow, white, pink, tubular species
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Spring is a great time of the year. For many, it starts with fragrant daffodils.
Plant characteristics
Narcissus is a perennial bulbous plant. Has basal leaves of a linear shape. The flowers are rather large, white or yellow, mostly solitary, but found in racemes. They are fragrant, slightly drooping. There are simple, terry.
Tubular daffodil
What family does it belong to
Daffodils are flowers that belong to the genus of monocotyledonous perennial plants from the Amaryllidaceae family. They are not annuals, but made for long plantings. This is the convenience.
Brief history of appearance
The flower is very delicate and beautiful - the same as the story of its appearance.
Once upon a time, a young man named Narcissus fell in love with girls with his extraordinary beauty, then broke their hearts, because he never loved anyone. One of the rejected ladies put a curse on him: "The first thing you fall in love with will bewitch you forever." Narcissus fell in love with his reflection. Later he died of despair. A beautiful yellow flower grew on his grave, which was named after a beautiful narcissistic young man.
Description of groups of daffodils that exist in nature
Tubular
The bud is large. The crown looks a bit like a gramophone trumpet. Perianth lobes slightly shorter than the tube. It can be white, yellow, one- or two-color. The look is classic, noble. Early flowering. Daffodils of this group are perfect for landscaping.
Large-crowned
The flowers are quite large. The crown is slightly longer than the perianth lobes. Medium tube. The flowers of this group have the most diverse combination of colors and shapes. The perianth is white, yellow, cream.
Small-crowned
The group has a self-explanatory name. Small crown of yellow-orange, pink, red, greenish colors. Perianths are white, yellow, cream. Blooming later.
Terry
Not quite standard. Perianths, crowns, all together can be terry. The colors are quite varied: from yellow daffodils to pink. One / several buds on the peduncle. There is one drawback: after heavy rain or watering, the buds tilt to the ground and the stems break.
Triandrus
On a peduncle from two buds, they hang down. Perianth lobes are thrown back. The most common white daffodils. But yellow and gold are also present. Early flowering.Can be planted among stones.
Cyclameniform
The peduncle is small, one bud is located on it. Perianth lobes are white / yellow and strongly bent back. The crown is long and narrow. There are several colors: white, yellow, orange. Early flowering. Great for planting in rocky terrain.
Cyclamen daffodils
Joncliform
There are 5 flowers on the stem (8 are very rare). The leaves are narrow. Perianth lobes are slightly bent, sometimes they are spread. Small cup-shaped crown. Color: yellow, white. Blooming later. They look great in a mixborder.
Tacetate / multi-flowered
This group has white, yellow, cream petals. They are rounded, not thrown back. The leaves are wide. There can be three buds on the stem. Good for forcing.
Poetic
In all cases, one bud per stem. The perianth has white lobes. The crown is yellow / green with orange edging. Blooming later. Perfect for long-term cultivation in one place.
N. bulbocodium hybrids
The peduncle (15-20 centimeters long) has one bud. The shares are very small. The crown is also small, bell-shaped. It survives severe frosts well. Suitable for disembarking in rocky terrain.
Split-crown
Very similar to orchids. The divided crown (white / yellow / orange / red) fits snugly against the perianth.
Others
This group includes daffodils that were not included in any of the previous ones.
Most popular varieties
Narcissus Ice King
The plant is absolutely unpretentious. It tolerates frost well. Narcissus ice king has a luxurious appearance, so it will decorate any flower bed. The crown is white, the petals are of different colors.
Daffodils Ice King
Delnasho
Delnashaugh daffodils have a romantic color: pale pink (petals) with white. Terry petals fit tightly to each other, this gives the impression of lightness and airiness of the narcissus Delnasho. This type requires special care.
Replit
Narcissus Replit does not require special conditions. It is easy to care for, unpretentious - everything that a lazy summer resident needs. Besides that, the flower is beautiful. It has a terry structure. Orange crown. The petals are pinkish-white.
Obdam
The flowers of this variety are quite attractive. They are suitable for a flower bed, for a bouquet. The colors are different. But mostly bright. Already at the beginning of April, you can enjoy them. Most importantly, Obdam daffodils can be grown at home.
Rip van Winkle
Narcissus Rip van Winkle doesn't look quite standard. It is a double flower that looks like a dandelion. Even the colors are the same. Blooms from April to late May.
Mount hood
The daffodil Mount is thin with large buds. They are painted mainly in light colors (light yellow, white, light pink, etc.). Flowers of this variety love a lot of sunlight. Therefore, in no case should they be planted in the shade.
Avalon
Narcissus Avalon is the most common variety. And it’s not surprising. It has a pleasant aroma and appearance. The petals are of a standard color - yellow. The crown is white. The plant is unpretentious. Blooms from late March to May.
Dick Wilden
Dick Wilden's daffodils are very popular. They can be a decoration for any flower bed, garden, bouquet. They will please the eye with their flowering from April to May.
Pink charm
Daffodils pink charm will be an excellent table decoration in spring. They are incredibly beautiful: the snow-white color of the petals is combined with a pink crown.
Bridal crown
The Crown flower has a pleasant aroma and an equally pleasant appearance. Terry petals of a light beige color and a crown of light yellow create an impression of lightness and idleness. A bouquet of these spring flowers can brighten any holiday.
Cool flame
The flowers of the Kul variety have a rare but beautiful color. A crown of bright coral is adorned with snow-white petals.Such delicate flowers will make an excellent romantic bouquet.
Greenhouse
The flowers of this variety are very bright: the crown is a poisonous orange color, the petals are delicate beige.
Ducat
Dukat daffodils are described as a bright ray of light in spring. Indeed, these flowers are bright yellow. Looking at them, the mood immediately rises.
Kam Loud
The Loud variety is delicate and beautiful. Its color is striking: the distant petals are snow-white, and closer to the middle are soft peach. Such daffodils will be the best decoration for a flower bed, home, bouquet. And they bloom for only 3 weeks.
Ice follis
He is one of the earliest daffodils. Has a delicate color: snow-white petals and a light yellow crown. Such flowers can often be seen in parks and flower beds in spring.
Sunny side up
Sleigh daffodils are graceful and attractive. But from a distance they somehow resemble dandelions. Perhaps this is due to the bright yellow color and double petals. Pollock flowers will definitely cheer you up in spring.
Calgary
Spring flowers of the Calgary variety will be a great addition to any bouquet or room. Their main advantage is the virgin delicate petals that create a light spring mood.
Daffodils Calgary
Reproduction
Bulbs
Divide the nest without damaging the bulbs. Disinfect, dry and plant.
Children
There are 2 options. The first is to leave the kids on the plant and wait until they grow up. The second is to separate and plant in a draw bed. They will be there for 2-3 years.
Scales
Divide the onion into 2-4 parts without damaging the bottom. Dry and put in a damp place (possible in moss). Later, children appear. But they need to be separated from the bulb, which needs to be planted after this procedure.
Transplant after purchase, during breeding
It is better to replant in spring or autumn. The easiest way to do this is after the purchase.
Features of care in the garden
Watering
Narcissus is a flower that loves moisture. They need to be watered regularly, especially in hot weather. Even after flowering, you need to continue watering for 3-4 weeks (2 or 3 buckets per 1 m2). The soil should always be moist during flowering.
Top dressing
The value of dressing is very great. It is with them that the flower will grow healthy. You need to feed 2 times:
- when buds are just beginning to form, make a solution. To do this, dilute in 10 liters of water in a teaspoon of superphosphate, potassium sulfate and urea. With such a means, water 5 liters each square meter;
- when the first phase of flowering begins, make a solution. To do this, dilute a teaspoon of Agricola-7 fertilizer in 10 liters of water.
Possible growing problems
Leaf problems
With improper watering, they begin to turn yellow and break. If you continue to take care of it incorrectly, then the flower will dry out completely.
Pests:
- Clickers;
- Onion hoverfly;
- Root mite;
- Cabbage scoop;
- Medvedka and others.
Daffodil pests
Diseases
In addition to pests, daffodils are subject to disease. The most common are fusarium, botrythiasis, sclerocial rot and rust.
Correct care
Regular watering is the most important thing. It is undesirable to use a sprinkler. In addition to watering, you need to ensure that weeds and other pest beetles do not appear near the daffodils. And the last thing - you need to carefully trim the wilted leaves.
Narcissus tahiti is a beautiful flower with a wonderful scent. If you take care of them correctly, then every spring they will delight the eye with their flowering.
