Narcissus poeticus  var.recurvus
(Old Pheasant's Eye)

Family - Amaryllidaceae
Category - Bulb
Origin - France to Greece
Season of Interest - Spring
Hardiness - H6
Height - 35cm
Width - 8cm
Location - The Topiary Meadow

Description: Species Narcissus (Narcissus Division 13)

A bulbous Perennial with grey-green, strap-shaped basal foliage. Scented, cup and saucer-shaped flowers have white, reflexed petals surrounding a small yellow cup with a striking red band around the margin. Flowers are produced in late spring and are excellent for use as cut flowers.

Flower:

Scented, cup and saucer-shaped flowers are composed of pure white, reflexed perianth segments (petals) surrounding a small, bowl-shaped corona (cup) that is yellow with a bright red edge. Flowers are produced in May.

Flower colour: White, yellow, red

Flower shape: Cup and saucer-shaped

Flowering time: May

Foliage:

Grey-green, strap-shaped Basal Leaves are produced at the base of the plant.

Foliage Senescence: Deciduous

Foliage Shape: Strap-shaped

Poison Information:

Will cause discomfort if ingested.

Propagation:

Division (separation) of offsets.

Cultivation:

Best in full sun to dappled shade in moisture retentive, but well drained soil.