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Narcissus fernandesii var. cordubensis

Narcissus fernandesii var. cordubensis
Daffodil

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A botanic species originating from Spain, which is distinguished by small flowers not exceeding 3 cm in diameter, of a beautiful golden yellow colour, exhaling a sweet scent. The young plant with delicate foliage reaches 25 cm in diameter. This narcissus appreciates a warm and sheltered location, and dry soil in summer.
Flower size
3 cm
Height at maturity
25 cm
Spread at maturity
10 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -23°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time October
Recommended planting time September to November
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Flowering time March to April
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Description

Narcissus fernandesii var. cordubensis is a botanical species native to Spain. It produces small, deep golden yellow flowers, complemented by very fine foliage resembling grass. Each stem produces up to 5 golden and shiny flowers with an exceptionally strong and sweet fragrance. This narcissus requires a warm and sheltered location with well-drained soil, where it can enjoy a dry summer rest.

Narcissus fernandesii var. cordubensis is a botanical species native to Andalusia in southwestern Spain. It is a herbaceous bulb belonging to the amaryllidaceae family. It grows up to 25 cm tall, with up to five golden yellow flowers, each about 3 cm in diameter, in mid-spring. It produces two leaves per bulb, up to 35 cm or more long and 3 mm wide, channelled below, round above, dark green and finely streaked. The stem is round, finely streaked, up to 21 cm tall. Flowering usually takes place in March and April.

Narcissus fernandesii var. cordubensis is a miniature, highly fragrant species, which can be enjoyed in a pot, for example, at nose level. It can also be planted en masse, in a slightly wild area of the garden or at the base of deciduous trees and bushes. Suitable for borders and flower beds, Narcissus fernandesii var. cordubensis is also very happy in a container or a rockery. Although it performs well in partial shade, a sunny location will be the ideal place for it to thrive over time. It will last well as a cut flower, especially if the vase water is changed frequently. There is such a choice of varieties among narcissus that they can be enjoyed for three months in spring without ever getting tired. They all have in common the ability to naturalise easily, a love for yellow and white, and often emit sweet fragrances. So many reasons to grow them in large clumps (at least 20 bulbs) for a multiplied effect. Combine narcissus in natural-looking flower beds with scillas and hyacinths, accompany them with early botanical tulips, botanical crocuses, as well as forget-me-nots, pansies, or liverworts.

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Narcissus fernandesii var. cordubensis  (Flowering) Flowering

Plant habit

Height at maturity 25 cm
Spread at maturity 10 cm
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour yellow
Flowering time March to April
Inflorescence Solitary
Flower size 3 cm
Fragrance Fragrant
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour green

Botanical data

Genus

Narcissus

Species

fernandesii var. cordubensis

Family

Amaryllidaceae

Other common names

Daffodil

Origin

Western Europe

Planting and care

Narcissus fernandesii var. cordubensis is easy to grow, hardy and prefers a sunny location although it tolerates some shade. If it grows in moist soil in early spring, it appreciates a summer rest in dry and well-drained soil. Plant the bulbs at a depth of 10 cm , 10 cm apart. Group them in minimum clusters of 5 bulbs, in uniform colour patches or mixed. You can plant them in the lawn. In this case, remove the turf, dig and loosen the soil to a depth of at least 20 cm (the height of a spade). Plant your bulbs, cover with soil and replace the turf. Choose a spot where you won't mow early, as it is necessary to let the narcissus leaves wither before cutting them. This is when the bulb replenishes itself and prepares the flowers for the following year. Remember to cut the flowers as soon as they fade to prevent seed formation which would unnecessarily exhaust the bulb.

Planting period

Best planting time October
Recommended planting time September to November
Planting depth 10 cm

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Woodland edge
Type of use Border, Edge of border
Hardiness Hardy down to -23°C (USDA zone 6a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 10 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture Moist soil, Ordinary, fertile soil.

Care

Pruning instructions Remove the faded flowers to avoid bulb exhaustion. Once the foliage has turned yellow, you can prune it.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time June
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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