Overview
Narcissus 'Charlotte Vreeburg' (11b) is a clump forming bulbs in the genus Narcissus, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Narcissus 'Charlotte Vreeburg' (11b) 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
Narcissus 'Charlotte Vreeburg' is a bulb-forming perennial cultivar within the Narcissus genus, known for its slender leaves and leafless stems that bear flowers in spring. This clump-forming plant features the characteristic six perianth segments and a cup-shaped or trumpet-like corona typical of Narcissus flowers. It is deciduous and thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring well-drained soils such as chalk, clay, loam, or sand with a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H6, it suits various garden settings including borders, containers, and informal or courtyard gardens.
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 'Charlotte Vreeburg' (11b) 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 'Charlotte Vreeburg' (11b)
- 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 'Charlotte Vreeburg' (11b)?
Narcissus 'Charlotte Vreeburg' (11b) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Narcissus 'Charlotte Vreeburg' (11b) need?
Narcissus 'Charlotte Vreeburg' (11b) 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 'Charlotte Vreeburg' (11b) hardy in the UK?
Narcissus 'Charlotte Vreeburg' (11b) 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 'Charlotte Vreeburg' (11b)?
Propagate by removing offsets as the leaves fade in early summer.
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