Narcissus New Baby

Narcissi bloom from February to May and come back every year. They are easy to grow and will thrive both in the shade of a wood and a sunny flower bed. Plant them 10 cm (4in) deep and 10 cm (4in) apart, in sets of at least 5 bulbs, in uniform or mixed colours. To plant them in a lawn: lift a patch of turf, dig and loosen the soil to a depth of at least 20 cm (8in) (the length of a spade), place your bulbs, cover them with soil and replace the turf. Choose a spot where you won't mow early, as you must let narcissus leaves wither before cutting them. This is when the bulb regenerates and prepares the flowers for the following year. However, remove the flowers as soon as they have faded to prevent seed formation which would unnecessarily deplete the bulb.