Jonquilla Daffodil (Narcissus 'Dickcissel') nar-SIS-us Genus:  Narcissus This miniature daffodil opens in very late spring. Its cup changes from yellow to white after the flowers open. Care:  Grow in average, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. In autumn, plant bulbs from 1.5 to 5 times the bulbs' height (3 inches or more in cold climates). Under glass, grow in 1 part grit and 2 parts soil mix. Deadhead seed heads (except those of species, for dispersal) and allow leaves to photosynthesize for 6 weeks before cutting back, including plantings in turf. Lift and divide clumps if they become overcrowded or perform poorly. Propagation: 

 Separate bulbs and replant in early summer or early fall.

Problems: 

 Narcissus bulb fly, narcissus nematode, bulb scale mite, slugs, narcissus basal rot, other fungal infections, narcissus yellow stripe virus, and other viruses.

Overview

Height 6 in. to 12 in. Spread 6 in. to 12 in. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Moderate Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Spring, Spring, Winter Flower Color White, Yellow Uses Beds and Borders, Container, Cut Flower, Indoor Plant Style Cottage Garden, Formal Garden, Specimen Plant/Focal Point Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Tolerance Deer Tolerant Type Bulbs