Description of the Bridal Crown variety narcissus, planting scheme and care

Every nation has its own legend about the origin of daffodils. But the most famous of them relates to the myths of Ancient Greece. A handsome young man quite by chance saw his reflection in a crystal clear stream. And he liked it so much that the young man could not move away from the pond. So he stood, bowing his head over the stream all his life, and then a flower grew in this place, which was named after the young man. Narcissus variety Bridal Crown is a striking representative of a garden crop with high decorative properties and a long flowering period.

In the modern world, several tens of thousands of hybrid varieties of this beautiful and fragrant flower have been bred. But the main decoration of the spring garden are multi-layered or double daffodils of various shades.

Description and characteristics of the variety

The flowering season of the Bridal Crown narcissus depends on the climatic conditions of the region. In the southern regions, the primrose blooms already in March, and in the northern latitudes, flowering is postponed until the end of spring.

This is a frost-resistant representative of garden flowers that can withstand frosts down to -35 degrees.

By the time of flowering, the narcissus grows to 35-55 cm. The main stem is thin and dense. Leaf blades are linear in shape, pointed at the ends, in bright green shades. From 3 to 5 buds are formed on the stem, which bloom in multi-layered, double flowers. The core of the flower is wavy, in the initial phase of flowering in bright orange hues. Gradually the crown changes its color to pink. The side petals remain snow-white throughout the entire flowering period.

History of selection

Terry daffodils of the Bridal Crown variety appeared thanks to the work of American breeders. A new variety was developed in the 60s of the last century. More than 50 years have passed since then, and the beautiful flower still occupies pride of place in the garden plots of gardeners and flower growers around the world.

Growing

Daffodils are perennial garden crops, so preparing the soil and choosing a place to plant flowers are the main requirements for the growth and proper development of plants.

Terry representatives of the variety are planted in shaded flower beds, protected from strong winds and drafts.

Important! Wetlands with close groundwater are not suitable for planting daffodils.

Bulbous plants grown in high humidity conditions are often subject to fungal and viral infections.

Landing dates

Planting varietal bulbs in open ground depends on the weather conditions of the area where it is planned to grow flowers. In temperate climates and northern regions, work on planting daffodils begins in mid-August. In latitudes with a mild and warm climate, bulbs can be planted in early November. In order for the bulbs to gain a foothold in the soil and gain useful substances for wintering, planting work is carried out 1.5-2 months before the onset of the first frost.

Spring planting of flowers is recommended only in southern latitudes. The work is carried out in early spring, before the onset of the growing season.

Soil preparation

The soil for planting flowers is prepared in advance. For autumn planting, the soil is prepared in spring and summer.

1. The land plot is carefully dug up to a depth of at least 30-35 cm.
2. Weeds, roots and other debris are removed from the flowerbed.
3. The soil is mixed with humus and peat. Sand is added to clayey, heavy soil.
4. Soil with a high acid content is mixed with lime or wood ash.
5. 2-3 weeks before planting the bulbs, the soil is dug up again and mixed with mineral fertilizers.

Important! Do not plant daffodils in flower beds where any bulbous plants previously grew.

Planting scheme

Before planting in open ground, daffodil bulbs are carefully inspected for damage, diseases and pests.Next, the planting material is treated with professional disinfectants or a weak solution of manganese.

1. In the prepared flowerbed, holes are dug with a depth of 30 to 40 cm.
2. The distance between holes is 10-15 cm, between rows 20-30 cm.
3. Place small stones or crushed stone at the bottom of the holes.
4. Next, fertile soil is poured into which the bulbs are laid.
5. Large planting material is buried 12-15 cm from the soil level. Small bulbs 10-12 cm. If further propagation of flowers with the help of children is planned, the depth is reduced to 8-10 cm.
6. The bulbs are covered with soil and watered.
7. After planting is completed, the soil in the flowerbed is mulched with sawdust or dry grass.

To get beautiful and healthy primroses, be sure to follow the rules for choosing planting material and planting in open ground.

Rules of care

Daffodils of the Bridal Crown variety are not demanding in terms of care. Timely watering and fertilizing will help to grow beautiful fragrant garden flowers that will delight you with their bloom for a long time.

Loosening and weeding

Most weeds interfere with the proper growth and development of daffodils. I weed the flower bed carefully, because the plant bulbs are close to the soil surface. The same precautions are observed when loosening the soil. Loosening work is carried out as necessary. The first sign that the bulbs are not receiving enough oxygen and moisture is the formation of a dense earthen crust on the surface of the flowerbed.

Watering

Although daffodils do not like highly moist soil, they are demanding when it comes to watering. Watering is especially important during the period of bud formation and flowering.

After the plant fades, the moment comes for the bulbs to ripen, which also need moisture.

Protection from pests and diseases

Proper care of garden flowers increases resistance to diseases and pests. But, every year, preventive work is carried out to protect garden crops.

Sclerotial rot

The lesion appears during the growing season. A coating in the form of a dense web forms on the bulbs and soil. The plant turns yellow and the bulbs rot. The main preventive measures are proper storage and planting of planting material.

Fusarium

Fungal infection of the plant bulb. Particularly common in southern regions with hot climates. Before planting in open ground, daffodil bulbs are treated with special preparations.

Thrips

Thrips not only infect plants, but are also capable of transmitting various fungi and viruses. Therefore, the pest must be combated at the earliest stage of plant infection. There are special preparations that can be purchased at garden centers and flower shops.

Nematodes

Often flowers are affected by stem or leaf nematodes. Pest control is very difficult, as they are not susceptible to any drugs. Damaged plants are removed from the soil and destroyed. Also, at the early stage of infection, fungicide-based preparations are used.

Bulb and narcissus flies

To prevent bulb and narcissus flies, planting material is treated with hot water before planting in the soil. And during the period of bud formation, the bushes are sprayed with fungicide-based products.

Preparing for winter

Garden daffodils are winter crops, but in the northern regions the flowers are additionally insulated.

At the end of autumn, the soil in the flowerbed is mulched with peat and sawdust. The next layer is dry leaves or spruce branches.

Remove the shelter after the first spring thaw.

Top dressing

In the active phase of the vegetative period, varietal daffodils need fertilizing and fertilizers.

They feed garden crops several times throughout the season, alternating organic and mineral fertilizers. Work is carried out to fertilize plants once every 2-3 weeks.

Important! Bridal Crown daffodils do not tolerate fertilization with cow or chicken manure.

Reproduction

Varietal flowers are propagated by vegetative methods.

1. Reproduction by children. After the flowering season, adult bulbs produce a growth of children, which are separated from the mother flower and planted as an independent plant.
2. Separating the bulbs. Large onions are divided into 4-6 equal parts. After separation, the planting material is treated with special growth stimulants and planted in fertile soil.

After flowering, fruits containing daffodil seeds are formed in place of the inflorescences. With the seed propagation method of hybrid crops, the varietal characteristics of the mother plant do not appear. But this method is quite suitable for propagating ordinary daffodils.

Application in landscape design

Large, double flowers of daffodils of the Bridal Crown variety will become the center of any spring flower bed. Flower growers and landscape designers often use spring primroses to create alpine landscapes, colorful flower beds and flower borders.

Reviews

Victoria Nikolaevna, Perm

I never thought that daffodils could be so luxurious until I came across the Bridal Crown variety. A friend from Crimea sent me the bulbs.In the first year of planting, interesting daffodils bloomed in the flowerbed. On one stem 4-5 large, double flowers opened. I didn't even know narcissists were like that.

Elena Ivanovna, Pyatigorsk

I have been growing daffodils for a very long time, and mainly for business. A few years ago I came across the Bridal Crown variety. According to the description, this daffodil is not suitable for cutting and making bouquets, as it withers quickly. Don't believe me, it's very useful. Excellent in decorative bouquets for 7-10 days.