Narcissus ‘Golden Delicious’
NARCISSUS ‘GOLDEN DELICIOUS’ (Double Daffodils RHS Division 4) Narcissus ‘Golden Delicious’ offers an extended display of bea…
NARCISSUS ‘GOLDEN DELICIOUS’ (Double Daffodils RHS Division 4)
Narcissus ‘Golden Delicious’ offers an extended display of beauty with its long-blooming, sweetly fragrant flowers. Each stem presents a bouquet of up to three flowers, featuring ruffled petals in bright and slightly darker yellow tones. This variety stands out by producing new blossoms when others have already faded, significantly lengthening the flowering period.
Key Features:
- RHS Daffodil Classification: Division 4 - Double Daffodils
- Vibrant Blooms: Ruffled petals with a mix of bright and darker yellow shades.
- Prolonged Flowering: Continues to produce blossoms extending the display into early spring.
- Flowering Time: February to March
- Height: 36 cm
Planting & Care Instructions for Narcissus ‘Golden Delicious’:
- Planting Time: Plant bulbs in autumn for optimal growth and spring blooms.
- Soil Type: Thrives in well-drained soil; amend with organic matter if necessary.
- Depth and Spacing: Plant bulbs approximately 10-15 cm deep and space them about 10-15 cm apart.
- Sunlight: Best in full sun to partial shade.
- Fertilization: Apply Mr Middleton Seaweed feed at planting time and in early spring as new growth appears to support strong and vibrant blooms.
Care for Narcissus ‘Golden Delicious’:
- Deadhead flowers after blooming to encourage more blooms next season.
- Allow leaves to die back naturally; do not cut or tie leaves after flowering to ensure the bulbs are nourished for the following year.
Plant Narcissus ‘Golden Delicious’ in your garden to enjoy an extended season of vibrant yellow blossoms and delightful fragrance. This daffodil is perfect for creating a striking impact in borders, pots, or as part of a naturalized landscape