Narcissus 'Carbineer'

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Carbineer Large-cupped Daffodil

Narcissus ‘Carbineer’ is in Division 2. It is more than 27 inches tall and blooms in mid spring with 4 inch wide flowers. The petals are bright greenish yellow with a points at the tip. The bowl shaped corona is yellow orange with a slightly paler base. The bulbs are toxic and will not be eaten by deer or rabbits. The name Narcissus comes from the Greek word for narcotic and is tied to the myth of a young man known as Narcissus who fell in love with his own reflection. When he drowned in the pool where he had been admiring himself, Narcissus flowers grew up around the pool.

Soil:
Moderate
Plant Shape:
Upright
Exposure:
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Bloom Time:
March - April
May - June
Bloom Color:
Orange
Yellow
Landscape Use:
Bedding or Border
Plant Type:
Bulb
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8