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‘Accent’ daffodil

Narcissus 'Accent'

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Narcissus ‘Accent’ has white petals and a funnel-shaped, salmon-pink cup whose color stays true.

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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  • Genus : Narcissus
  • Zones : 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
  • Plant Height : 6 to 12 inches
  • Plant Type : Bulbs
  • Uses : Containers
  • Tolerance : Deer Tolerant, Frost Tolerant
  • Characteristics : Fragrant Flowers
  • Light : Full Sun to Partial Shade
  • Maintenance : Low
  • Moisture : Medium Moisture
  • Growth Rate : Moderate
  • Flower Color : Pink, White
  • Bloom Time : Spring
  • Plant Seasonal Interest : Spring Interest

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