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.
'Crème Caramel'
daffodil
Softly decadent in both colour and form, Narcissus 'Crème Caramel' feels every bit as indulgent as its name suggests. Silken petals in a smooth, caramel-creamy ivory echo the richness of fresh cream, setting the stage for its exquisitely frilled cup. At the centre of Narcissus 'Crème Caramel', tones of custard-yellow melt seamlessly into warm apricot, before deepening into a delicately ruffled edge of caramelised coral, like the brûléed top of a well-made dessert. This painterly blend of hues gives Narcissus 'Crème Caramel' a sumptuous, almost edible quality, balanced beautifully by its poised, open form.
Flowering in mid to late spring, Narcissus 'Crème Caramel' brings a gentle richness to borders and containers alike, pairing effortlessly with both soft pastels and deeper tones. Each bloom is carried on a sturdy stem, allowing Narcissus 'Crème Caramel' to hold its elegant, slightly nodding head with quiet confidence. Planted in groups, the effect is deliciously cohesive; a drift of creamy blossoms with glowing centres that seem to catch the light differently throughout the day. As a Farmer Gracy exclusive, Narcissus 'Crème Caramel' offers something a little more refined, a little more indulgent, and entirely irresistible.
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Plant profile
Plant calendar
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 'Crème Caramel'
- Flower colour
- Cream, yellow, orange, salmon, peach, coral
- 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
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Sheltered
Exposed - Rabbit resistant
- Yes
- RHS Award (AGM)
- Yes
- Scented
- Yes
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
- Free draining
- Soil type
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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.