About

Narcissus rupicola subsp. rupicola (Division 13), the cliff narcissus, is a perennial bulb with very narrow, cylindrical, glaucous-green leaves and scented, small-cupped, bright-yellow flowers 3 cm wide on stems to 20 cm tall in spring. A charming, dainty species daffodil for an alpine trough or rock garden.

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, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.