Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Amaryllidaceae

Genus:

Narcissus

Species:

Narcissus jonquilla

USDA Symbol:

NAJO

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

40 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to Iberian Peninsula, prefers sunny locations

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

30–180 days

Notes:

Typically propagated by bulb division rather than seed. Seed germination is slow and erratic, requiring cool temperatures.