Overview
Narcissus 'Dolly Mollinger' (11b) is a clump forming bulbs in the genus Narcissus, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Narcissus 'Dolly Mollinger' (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 'Dolly Mollinger' is a clump-forming bulbous perennial from the genus Narcissus, known for its slender leaves and stems that bear flowers with six perianth segments and a trumpet-shaped corona. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and is hardy to UK zone H6. It is suitable for a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is well-drained and moist. 'Dolly Mollinger' is ideal for cottage gardens, city courtyards, patios, flower borders, and as cut flowers, flowering in spring when planted in late summer to early autumn.
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 'Dolly Mollinger' (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 'Dolly Mollinger' (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 'Dolly Mollinger' (11b)?
Narcissus 'Dolly Mollinger' (11b) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Narcissus 'Dolly Mollinger' (11b) need?
Narcissus 'Dolly Mollinger' (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 'Dolly Mollinger' (11b) hardy in the UK?
Narcissus 'Dolly Mollinger' (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 'Dolly Mollinger' (11b)?
Propagate by removing offsets as the leaves fade in early summer.
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