Narzisse 'Poeticus Recurvus Pheasant Eye' - 20 Stück - LumiBlumi

Poeticus Narcissus 'Pheasant Eye' - 20 pieces

CHF 25.10

Poeticus Narcissus 'Pheasant Eye' - 20 pieces

Name: Poeticus Narcissus 'Pheasant Eye' - 20 pieces
Brand: Narcissus
Price: 25.10 CHF
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Narcissus poeticus var. recurvus

CHF 25.10

Old Poeticus narcissus, also called pheasant's eye
White with a small, red-rimmed yellow eye
Sweet, spicy scent
Late flowers from April to May
Height about 35–45 cm, naturalises in meadows

The Poeticus narcissus 'Recurvus', also called pheasant's eye, is one of the oldest garden daffodils. Its pure white, slightly reflexed petals surround a tiny yellow eye with a red rim. It flowers late, in April and May, and gives off a sweet, spicy scent.

About this variety

Narcissus poeticus grows wild in mountain meadows in Europe, including the Alps, and 'Recurvus' is its classic garden form. The petals are pure white and curve slightly backwards. At the centre sits a small, flat cup, yellow with a greenish base and a fine red rim. This eye gave it the name pheasant's eye. It is one of the last daffodils to flower and so extends the season.

At around 35–45 cm tall, it belongs in meadows, orchards and wildlife-friendly gardens, where it forms large colonies over the years. In a bed it looks good among late tulips, columbines and the fresh foliage of peonies. It is also at home along the woodland edge and in pots. It prefers moist conditions and tolerates somewhat damper soils than other daffodils.

The scent is both sweet and spicy, and just a few stems will scent a room. It has always been popular as a cut flower. Voles and deer mostly avoid daffodils, and this old variety naturalises particularly readily.

Planting

Plant the bulbs from September to November with the tip pointing upwards, 10–15 cm deep and 10–15 cm apart. Plant as early in autumn as possible, as Poeticus narcissi like to root early. A sunny to partially shaded spot with moist, loamy or sandy soil is ideal. It should not dry out, but should not be waterlogged either.

Care

Leave the foliage after flowering until it turns yellow. In a meadow, only mow after that, usually in June. You can divide dense clumps after a few years. Daffodils are poisonous, and their sap harms other cut flowers, so stand freshly cut stems in water on their own for a few hours first.

Specifications

Botanical name: Narcissus poeticus var. recurvus
Genus: Daffodils
Class: Botanical, wild species
Supplied as: Flower bulbs
Flower colour: White
Fragrant: Yes
Fragrance strength: Strong
Flowering time: April, May
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 15 cm
Habit: Upright, Clump-forming
Position: Sun, Partial shade
Suitable for: Bed, Bed edge and border, Wildlife garden and meadow, Woodland edge, Pot and container, Cutting garden
Soil type: Loamy, Sandy
Drainage: Well-drained
Soil moisture: Moist
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil note: Suitable for many Swiss garden soils. A loose structure and good drainage matter more than a particular soil type.
Planting time: September, October, November
Planting depth: 4–6 inches
Spacing: 4–6 inches
Number per m²: 60
Hardiness in Switzerland: Hardy in Switzerland
Overwintering note: Generally hardy in garden soil in Switzerland. At high, windy sites and in containers, plan extra winter protection and avoid winter wet.
For containers: Well suited to containers
Container note: Suitable for sufficiently deep pots. Avoid waterlogging and let the foliage die back completely after flowering.
Cut flower: Suitable as a cut flower
Naturalising: Suitable
Naturalising note: Can return in a suitable spot and form larger groups over time.
For bees and butterflies: Not attractive to pollinators
Deer and rodent resistant: Yes
Edible: Not edible
Toxicity: Harmful if eaten; contact with the plant can irritate the skin. Keep away from children and pets and wear gloves when planting.