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Joanne McKinnon Artist - Photographer
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- Genus: Narcissus
- Division: 4 (double flowers)
- Family: Amaryllidaceae (amaryllis)
- Origin: Europe, North Africa and Asia
- Common names: Jonquil, Daffodil
- Flower size: 2" to 3" (5 to 7.5 cm)
- Colour: Creamy white with saffron yellow center
- Fragrant: Yes
- Height: 14" to 18" (35 to 45 cm)
- Bloom time: Mid to late spring
- Soil: Well drained, sandy to loamy
- Leaves: Strap like
- Exposure: Full sun to light shade
- Propagation: Seperate bulbs (offsets)
- Hardiness: 3 to 9
- Care:
- Amend soil with compost and bonemeal
- Plant 6" deep (15 cm)
- Space: 6" apart (15 cm)
- When begining to sprout, spread bulb fertilizer
- Keep soil moist but not damp
- When blooming period is over, decrease water and let them dry
- Remove leaves only after they are completely dry
- If dividing, replant immediately or store in a cool, well ventilated place.
- Keep labeled, value decreases when name is lost
- Location: Artist garden, zone 4b
- Comments: Garden journal
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