Overview
Narcissus poeticus 'Recurvus' is a clump forming bulbs in the genus Narcissus, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Narcissus poeticus 'Recurvus' 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 the genus
Narcissus consists of bulb-forming perennial plants featuring slender leaves and stems that lack foliage. These stems support flowers that can appear either individually or in clusters known as umbels. Each flower typically has six outwardly extending perianth segments and a corona that is either cup-shaped or resembles a trumpet.
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 poeticus 'Recurvus' 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 poeticus 'Recurvus'
- Cultivation
- Plant bulbs in late summer to early autumn in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade
- 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
How do I grow Narcissus poeticus 'Recurvus'?
Plant bulbs in late summer to early autumn in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.
Where is the best place to plant Narcissus poeticus 'Recurvus'?
Narcissus poeticus 'Recurvus' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Narcissus poeticus 'Recurvus' need?
Narcissus poeticus 'Recurvus' 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 poeticus 'Recurvus' hardy in the UK?
Narcissus poeticus 'Recurvus' has a UK hardiness rating of H6.
How do I propagate Narcissus poeticus 'Recurvus'?
Propagate by removing offsets as the leaves fade in early summer.