Narcissus 'Aventura' (2) — Clump forming

Overview

Narcissus 'Aventura' (2) is a clump forming bulbs in the genus Narcissus, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Narcissus 'Aventura' (2) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, city and courtyard gardens, patio and container plants, cut flowers, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.

About

A clump-forming spring bulb, Narcissus 'Aventura' produces its flowers in the late winter to early spring season, from February to April. It has deciduous foliage and suits both exposed and sheltered sites. Plant for borders, containers or for cutting, where its habit will naturalise into small clumps over time. It tolerates a wide range of soils and aspects, making it adaptable in many garden situations.

About the genus

Narcissus is a genus of predominantly spring flowering perennial plants of the amaryllis family, Amaryllidaceae. Various common names including daffodil, narcissus, and jonquil, are used to describe some or all members of the genus.

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In the garden

Narcissus 'Aventura' is a cultivated Narcissus selection intended for spring display and cutting. As a bulbous, clump-forming member of the Amaryllidaceae it dies back after leaf growth, returning each year to flower between February and April. It is deciduous and establishes as a perennial clump rather than a single-season display. Position bulbs in full sun or partial shade; they perform well on south-, west- or east-facing sites. Soil may be chalk, clay, loam or sand and a neutral to acid or alkaline pH is acceptable, provided the soil is moist but well-drained or simply well-drained. Exposure can be sheltered or exposed, and plants rated H6 (very hardy) will withstand typical UK winter conditions without additional protection. Use Narcissus 'Aventura' in flower borders and beds, patio containers, city courtyard planting and cottage or informal schemes. It works well under roses and shrubs where bulbs can sit undisturbed, and it also supplies stems for cutting. Leave the foliage until it yellows before removing or lifting, so the bulbs can replenish for the following season; planted in groups it will form a recognisable clump and provide reliable spring flowers for cutting from February to April.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Narcissus

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H6

Plant details

Narcissus 'Aventura' (2) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Bulbs
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Narcissus 'Aventura' (2)

Propagation: Propagate by removing offsets as the leaves fade in early summer
Pest resistance: Slugs, Narcissus bulb fly, Narcissus eelworm, Bulb scale mite
Disease resistance: Narcissus basal rot, Narcissus leaf scorch, Daffodil viruses

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Narcissus 'Aventura' (2)?

Narcissus 'Aventura' (2) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Narcissus 'Aventura' (2) need?

Narcissus 'Aventura' (2) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.

Is Narcissus 'Aventura' (2) hardy in the UK?

Narcissus 'Aventura' (2) has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.

How do I propagate Narcissus 'Aventura' (2)?

Propagate by removing offsets as the leaves fade in early summer.

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