Narcissus 'Hawera'
Narcissus 'Hawera'
A graceful triandrus daffodil bearing clusters of 3-5 pendant lemon-yellow flowers with swept-back petals. Dainty and refined at just 20-25cm. Flowers in late April and May. Excellent for containers and rock gardens. Lasts well as a cut flower. One of the most charming miniature daffodils for UK gardens.
Where to plant
Best aspect
Border position
When to plant and expect flowers
Plant
Flowers
How to grow narcissus 'hawera'
Plant 8-10cm deep in September. The pendant flowers look beautiful in raised beds and containers where they can be seen from below. Late flowering so extends the season. Multiply freely.
Soil requirements
Soil type
loam, sand, chalk, clay
Moisture
well drained
pH
neutral, alkaline
Aftercare
Allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering. Remove spent flower heads to prevent self-seeding.
Propagation
- Division of clumps in autumn
- Offsets
Wildlife value
Toxicity
All parts contain lycorine and calcium oxalate crystals causing nausea, vomiting, and skin irritation.
Common problems
- Narcissus bulb fly
- Basal rot
- Blindness (failure to flower)
- Slugs on young shoots
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