Narcissus serotinus

Narcissus serotinus

Native to:
Baleares | Morocco | Portugal | Spain

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Amaryllidaceae
Genus:
Narcissus
Species:
Narcissus serotinus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
white, yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–90 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 2-3 months to break dormancy; germination is slow and erratic.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Expose to fluctuation outdoor winter temperatures including freezing for 3 months. Gradually increase light and temperature in the spring. * grow seedlings cool; give them winter protection

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society