Plant daffodil bulbs from September to November. If needed, store them somewhere cool and dry, away from mice, but plant before they begin to deteriorate.
'By George'
daffodil
Narcissus 'By George' is the sort of daffodil that makes you stop mid-garden stroll and say, well… “By George!” It’s a large-cupped wonder with an unexpected twist: soft yellow petals set the stage, but it’s the peachy-orange to salmon pink trumpet, delicately edged in a deeper blush and dusted with a white frosting, that really steals the spotlight. Narcissus 'By George' doesn’t shout for attention, but it doesn’t need to. It exudes a quiet confidence, like a dapper gent who knows he’s wearing the best tie in the room.
Flowering in early to mid-spring, Narcissus 'By George' adds a gentle yet sophisticated splash of colour just as the season finds its stride. Its sturdy stems and refined palette make it a fine choice for borders, naturalistic plantings, or simply brightening up a vase indoors. And while some daffs aim for sunny cheer, Narcissus 'By George' brings a touch of poise to the party. Plant it en masse for maximum swoon, or dot it amongst bolder varieties to soften the mood. However you use it, one thing’s for certain – Narcissus 'By George' will have you exclaiming with delight every time it blooms.
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Choose full sun or partial shade. Improve heavy soil with organic matter and horticultural grit. For containers, use peat-free multipurpose compost with good drainage.
Plant bulbs pointed side upwards, two to three times their own height deep and around 10cm apart. Smaller bulbs can be planted slightly closer together.
Water after planting if the soil is dry. Established bulbs in borders rarely need more, but water during dry spring weather and keep containers lightly moist.
Remove faded flowers, but leave the stems and foliage until they turn yellow and die back naturally. The bulbs can remain planted throughout the year.
- Botanical name
- Narcissus 'By George'
- Flower colour
- Yellow, white, orange, salmon
- Bulb size
- 14/16
- Established height
- 30-50cm
- Established spread
- 10-20cm
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
-
Upright
Clump-forming - Hardiness
- Fully hardy
- Leaf colour
- Green
- Mouse resistant
- Yes
- Plant spacing
- 60 bulbs per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- No
- Position
- Sheltered
- Rabbit resistant
- Yes
- Scented
- Yes
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
- Free draining
- Soil type
-
Loam
Sandy
Stony
Multipurpose compost
Loam-based compost - Suitable for
-
Pots
Large containers
Borders
Meadows
lawns
Gravel gardens
Coastal gardens
Rockery
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens
Cut flower gardens - Sunlight
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Full sun
Partial shade
Dappled shade - Toxicity
-
Harmful if eaten
Skin/eyes irritant - Years to establish
- 1st year
Expert care from
choice to delivery
Our horticulturalists prepare every bulb and plant with the utmost care. From selection to packing, each one receives expert attention before beginning its journey to your garden.