Narcissus poeticus

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Pheasant's eyeBulbFamily: Amaryllidaceae

Flower colour:

Red

White

Yellow

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade

Aspect:

East facing, south facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front

Soil

Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Commonly known as the poet's narcissi or pheasant's eye, Narcissus poeticus is a late-flowering species of daffodil with pure white petals that surround a yellow, flattened cup fringed with red.

Easy to grow, it's a brilliant species for naturalising and growing in long grass, where the intense fragrance that emanates from the flowers will waft on the breeze. A bunch of the cut flowers will easily scent a room indoors.

For best results, grow Narcissus poeticus in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. The flowers can be deadheaded, but don't cut the foliage back until it's yellow and withered.

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Narcissus ‘Poeticus’ and wildlife

Narcissus ‘Poeticus’ is known for attracting bees and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Narcissus ‘Poeticus’ poisonous?

Narcissus ‘Poeticus’ causes an upset stomach and is harmful if ingested.

Toxic to:

Is known to attract Cats

Cats

Is known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is known to attract Horses

Horses

Is known to attract People

People

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

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