About

Narcissus 'Golden Cycle' (Division 6) is an early-flowering cyclamineus narcissus to 15�30 cm producing a single flower with sharply reflexed, swept-back, yellow perianth segments and a narrow, tubular, yellow corona in early spring. An elegant and free-flowering early bulb for a sheltered border or alpine house.

About the genus

Narcissus are bulbous perennials with strap-shaped leaves and leafless stems bearing solitary or clustered flowers, each with six spreading perianth segments and a central cup or trumpet-shaped corona. A classic spring bulb for borders, naturalising and cutting.

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, naturalising in grass, containers, cutting

Care notes

CultivationPlant bulbs in late summer to early autumn in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade
PruningAllow foliage to die down naturally. Do not cut leaves until yellow
PropagationDivide clumps every 3-5 years after foliage dies down. Separate offsets
Pest resistanceNarcissus bulb fly and slugs can damage bulbs. Firm planting helps
Disease resistanceBasal rot and leaf scorch may occur. Ensure good drainage