Cyclamineus Daffodil 'Rapture' (Narcissus 'Rapture')

Cyclamineus daffodil 'Rapture' (Narcissus 'Rapture') is a graceful, early-blooming daffodil with strongly reflexed petals and a long, narrow trumpet—reminiscent of a cyclamen flower. A hybrid by Mitsch (1976), it's a member of the Amaryllidaceae family.

Description

Bulbous perennial 12–16 inches tall. Leaves are narrow, green. Single flower per stem: petals sweep back dramatically, pale yellow; trumpet is long, narrow, deeper yellow. Blooms early spring (February–March). Slightly fragrant.

Growing Conditions

• Zones: 3–8.
• Light: Full sun to part shade.
• Soil: Well-drained, average.
• Water: Spring moisture; dry summer dormancy.
• Planting: Plant bulbs 6 inches deep, 4–6 inches apart in fall.

Care & Maintenance

Allow foliage to die back. No summer water. Fertilize fall. Divide every 3–5 years. Deer/rodent proof.

Uses

Early spring borders, rock gardens, naturalized in grass, woodlands, containers. Forcing for indoor bloom.

Potential Issues

Bulb rot in wet soil. Narcissus bulb fly. Generally trouble-free.

A windswept, elegant daffodil that nods in the early spring breeze.