Summer residents dream of a flower garden that would delight them from early spring until late autumn. Choosing the right plants is not an easy task. In spring, the site will be decorated with Ice King daffodils. Majestic, unpretentious and unusually beautiful flowers that have gained popularity among summer residents for a long time.
Royal Narcissus Ice King
The name suggests that the plant is a favorite for many gardeners.Ice King is characterized as a shade-tolerant and unpretentious flower. Thanks to its regal appearance, it is a decoration for any flower bed.
External data
A hybrid of Dutch selection was bred in 1984. After studying the description, the summer resident will understand how to grow daffodils and avoid mistakes when growing.
The characteristic external features of plants are:
- adult plant height 35 cm;
- large diameter flowers;
- shade from white to deep yellow;
- a corrugated “crown” 2 cm high, 6 cm in diameter, its shade is the same as that of the flower itself, but decorated with highlights or cream-colored stripes;
- flower diameter 10 cm.
The beauty of the flower amazes the imagination, and this is why gardeners love it. And the ease of cultivation allows even beginners to plant it.
Flowering time
Flowering begins in April and May, depending on the growing region and the chosen location. Flowering duration is 10-25 days. If planting and care requirements are met, the plant blooms for a long time.
How to plant terry daffodil Ice King in the country
Growing daffodils is an easy process. Planting takes little time; strictly following the tips and recommendations will allow you to get a beautiful, abundantly blooming flower bed.
Landing dates
Ice King daffodils are planted in the fall. To do this, prepare a bed in advance. They dig up, adding humus and mineral fertilizers, wood ash. The area is cleared of weeds and plant roots.
Choose a sunny site; plants can easily tolerate partial shade. It is advisable to protect from drafts and strong winds.
In a sunny area, the narcissus blooms earlier, and in the shade it blooms longer.
If the soil does not allow moisture to pass through well, it is necessary to dilute it with sand and organize a drainage layer.Fertile soil composition or light loam are best suited. The bulbs are planted at a distance of 10 cm from each other. In this case, the depth should be 12-15 cm.
Plant care
Any flower requires care. Without attention, you won’t get a beautiful flower bed and abundant, long-lasting flowering.
Daffodils need timely watering; the crop does not like stagnant water, but it also does not tolerate drought well. Low maintenance does not mean that the flower is left to its own devices.
After planting the bulbs, the beds are watered regularly. It is advisable to feed with organic matter or complex mineral fertilizers. Particularly paying attention to culture during the period:
- exit after winter;
- before flowering;
- after flowering.
Weeds are removed immediately, as they interfere with the development of flowers. Loosening after watering and fertilizing will help retain moisture in the soil longer.
At one place Narcissus Ice King has been growing for 5 years. Afterwards it needs to be transplanted. To do this, after the leaves die, the bulbs are dug up and kept in a cool, dark place until autumn. Some gardeners advise immediately dividing the bulbs and planting them in a new place. Water thoroughly and leave into the winter.
Planting and replanting do not take much time. And daffodils will delight you with flowering for 5 years.
How to use the Ice King in landscape design
Ice King is grown by gardeners not only for the soul, but also to decorate the site. Plants are used in single compositions and sometimes in group plantings.
Daffodils are used not only during flowering. Their long, dark green leaves provide a green background for flowering plants of other species. But after the plant dries out, not completely dead leaves spoil the entire appearance.
Flowers are often combined with other varieties, creating compositions of different shades. Ice King is grown among perennials. 1-2 onions. This way they improve the flower garden and do not greatly spoil the appearance of the flower bed.
Ice King is a low-maintenance narcissist. Its flowers attract attention, even when in a group of other plants of the same type. The flowers of this variety are much larger.
