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Narcissus 'Grand Soleil d'Or' (Paperwhite narcissus, Daffodil)

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Botanical Name: Narcissus 'Grand Soleil d'Or' nar-SIS-us

Common Name: Paperwhite narcissus, Daffodil Synonyms: N. 'Soleil d'Or', N. tazetta ssp. aureus 'Grand Soleil d'Or' Genus: Narcissus

This tender paperwhite is well-suited to forcing, blooming 6 to 10 weeks after planting. It produces 10 to 20 bright-yellow flowers with orange centers on stems 12 to 14 inches tall, and exudes a marvelously sweet fragrance.
Care: Grow in average, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade (see individual species for specific requirements). 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. Bulbs may be forced in autumn in a cold frame; plant with tops visible, keep moist, and when rooted, move to a cool greenhouse (less than 64°F).
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.

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Height	1 ft. to 3 ft.
Growth Habit	Clumps
Growth Pace	Moderate Grower
Light	Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture	Medium Moisture
Maintenance	Low
Tolerance	Deer Tolerant;Frost Tolerant
Characteristics	Fragrant Flowers; Showy Flowers
Bloom Time	Spring
Flower Color	Green Flower; Orange/ Salmon Flower; Yellow Flower
Uses	Beds and Borders, Container, Cut Flower, Indoor Plant, Specimen Plant/ Focal Point, Suitable as Annual
Style	Cottage Garden, Formal Garden
Seasonal Interest	Winter Interest, Spring Interest
Type	Bulbs

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posted by hollyivy
2/12/2010
Region: Southeast
Zone: 9

Golden yellow "paperwhite", later blooming with lovely scent, not overpowering as are its white flowering cousins. Blooms from early Jan. thru mid Feb. outdoors. Gives us hope that spring will soon be on the way.

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