Species jonquilla daffodil
bright-yellow flowers with yellow stamens, dark-green leaves and stems

jonquilla daffodil

Narcissus 'Stratosphere'

The Jonquilla Daffodil (Narcissus 'Stratosphere') is an eye-catching perennial prized for its brightly-colored flower. Growing up to 90 cm tall, it produces fragrant blooms in shades of yellow and orange with a white corona. This mid-spring bloomer offers a long-lasting display with plenty of sunshine and well-drained soil. Its perennial nature ensures that it will bring beauty to your garden for years to come. Planted in masses, it's sure to add delightful charm to any outdoor space.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Grafting Propagation,Tissue Culture,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 8

Flowers:

Golden yellow with gold to orange-gold cup Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Jonquilla daffodils should be watered every 7-10 days with 1-2 inches of water. During the late summer months, the plant should be watered more frequently, but less water should be used each time. During the winter, when the plant is dormant, it should only be watered once every 1-2 weeks. In general, the soil should be kept moist but not soggy. In periods of heavy rainfall, supplemental watering may not be needed.

sunlight

Jonquilla daffodils thrive best in full sunlight or 8-12 hours of direct sunlight per day. If planting in partial shade, it is best to choose a spot that receives morning sun and then shades out in the afternoon. When selecting a planting location, be sure it provides adequate airflow. As a bulb-forming plant, jonquilla daffodils need good drainage to ensure their bulbs don't rot. If planting in a container, be sure to provide adequate drainage holes and use a potting medium designed for bulbs.

pruning

Jonquilla daffodils should be pruned around the beginning of spring or late winter. Pruning should involve cutting back and removing dead foliage and flower stalks, as well as clipping back any long shoots or other growth that may be obstructing other plants. When pruning, take care to not removal healthy shoots or healthy foliage. After pruning, apply a light layer of compost or fertilizer to the soil to help promote healthy growth for the daffodils in the upcoming season.

Season

Fall
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Starts Flowering

Narcissus 'Stratosphere' typically starts flowering in late March or early April.

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