About
This fully double narcissus, reaching 35-50cm, producing flowers packed with extra petals and cup segments for a full, layered appearance in mid spring. The cultivar 'Simply Grand' rewards with reliable spring colour.
About the genus
Narcissus are bulbous herbaceous perennials with linear leaves and leafless stems bearing flowers, which may be solitary or in umbels, with 6 spreading perianth segments and a cup or trumpet-shaped corona
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