4 Daffodils I Want for next Spring!
- Clifford Brock
- Mar 10, 2021
- 2 min read
Tazetta narcissi are the large fragrant clustered daffodils that typically bloom just before the more common trumpets. They are notable in that they quickly offset and are very happy in the deep south. I find, as with most daffodils, that they perform equally well in deciduous shade as they do full-sun. But as with most Mediterranean bulbs, they require well-drained soils. 'Falconet' differs from most of the tazettas in that the cup is orange and the petals are bright yellow, while most Tazettas are a creamy white.
'February Gold' is among the earliest trumpet daffodils, often peaking in late February. It is particularly attractive planted around pink camellias as the bloom periods often overlap.
'Texas Star' is a hybrid daffodil between tazetta and the little jonquil. It is apparently very quick to multiply and quite adapted to the deep south. It is great for naturalizing and exhibits an unusual yet refreshing scent.
'Sunlight Sensation' is perhaps the most distinctive and fragrant daffodil I've encountered. I remember walking through the State Botanical Garden a few years ago and catching a whiff of this familiar, yet new smell. I remember being confused because it smelled more like a fruity daphne than a pungent daffodil. This clone is also notable in that it blooms later than the others! A great addition to the mid-spring color/ fragrance palette. 'Sunlight Sensation' is categorized as division 5, or Triandrus daffodil, also known as Angel’s Tears. Triandrus display small pendant, or downward-facing, flowers (~2/ stem) with scent. They are often confused with jonquils, yet they bloom later and are typically larger.
All of the photos came from Southern Bulb Company or Brent and Becky's Bulbs.
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