Narcissus obvallaris
"Tenby daffodil"
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Orders placed 1 September - 15 October 2024
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Orders placed 16 October - 15 December 2024
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Description
Narcissus obvallaris, commonly known as the Tenby daffodil is a cherished springtime classic that brightens gardens with its radiant golden blooms. Reaching a height of approximately 30cm, the Tenby daffodil is ideal for naturalising in lawns, enhancing borders, or adding a touch of sunshine to woodland gardens.
Renowned for its hardiness, Narcissus obvallaris thrives in well-drained soil and flourishes in full sun to partial shade, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings. Its low-maintenance nature ensures that it is perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners seeking to create a striking floral display with minimal effort. Additionally, the nectar-rich flowers of Narcissus obvallaris attract pollinators, contributing to a thriving garden ecosystem.
Narcissus pseud. subsp. obvallaris is a species daffodil that will delight you with vivid yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers, each showcasing a bright, cheerful hue that heralds the arrival of spring. Celebrated for its exceptional performance and reliability, the outstanding Tenby daffodil proudly holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit.
Key features
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Good for cutting
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Perfect for pots
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Comes back every year
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Fragrant
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Naturalising
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Packed in paper bags
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Low maintenance
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RHS Award (AGM)
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Fully hardy
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Rodent resistant
Specs & details
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Botanical name
Narcissus pseud. subsp. obvallaris
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Flower colour
Yellow
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Bulb size
12/14
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Established height
20-30cm
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Established spread
10-20cm
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Plant spacing
75 bulbs per m2
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Leaf colour
Green
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Habit
Clump-forming
Upright -
Life cycle
Perennial, Naturalising
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Hardiness
Fully hardy
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Years to establish
1st year
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Sunlight
Full sun, Dappled shade
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Position
Sheltered
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Suitable for
Borders
Coastal gardens
Cottage gardens
Cut flower gardens
Gravel gardens
Large containers
Low maintenance gardens
Meadows
Pots
Woodland gardens -
Soil acidity
Any
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Soil moisture
Free draining
Damp -
Soil type
Clay
Loam
Loam-based compost
Multipurpose compost
Sandy
Stony -
Growing skill
Easy to grow
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Scented
Yes
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Pollinator-friendly
No
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Mouse resistant
Yes
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Rabbit resistant
Yes
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Deer resistant
Yes
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Toxicity
Harmful if eaten
Skin/eyes irritant
Plant calendar
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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- Planting
- Flowering
Useful information
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Plant your Narcissus obvallaris bulbs from mid to late autumn
Plant in borders or containers in sun or partial shade
Plant your "Tenby daffodil" bulbs two to three times as deep as the bulb is high
Space the bulbs about twice the bulb diameter apart
Place the Narcissus obvallaris bulbs with the pointed side facing upwards
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Orders placed before 1 September 2024
You can expect your order in September 2024Orders placed 1 September - 15 October 2024
You can expect your order in October 2024Orders placed 16 October - 15 December 2024
You can expect your order within 10 business days
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