Description and characteristics of the Epricot Whirl variety narcissus, planting and care

Narcissus Apricot Whirl is one of the most popular varieties in Europe and the former USSR. It belongs to the Multiflora group, with a crown in the middle. Even beginners in gardening can grow a flower. To cope with the task, you should familiarize yourself with all the nuances of agricultural technology.

Description and characteristics of the variety

Narcissus Apricot Val is not fussy about soil or care; it is grown in the southern and middle regions in the garden. Residents of northern cities are better off growing a marvelous flower at home or in a greenhouse. The plant reaches 35-45 cm in height, double inflorescences with a diameter of 5-10 cm. Narcissus can withstand frosts down to -40 degrees, and short-term drought.

It should be replanted to a new location every 3-4 years. Flowering lasts about 3 weeks, starts in early April and lasts until May. The variety can also be grown for cutting; the flowers last a long time in a vase, about 1.5 weeks.

History of apricot whirl breeding

The Apricot Whirl variety of daffodils was developed in 2006 in the Netherlands. The registrant is W. van Lierop and Sons.

Growing

Narcissus Apricot Whirl does not require any special nuances of agricultural technology; it is planted according to the standard scheme for the Amaryllis family. The main thing is to choose the right soil, timing, and follow the planting algorithm. It is preferable to place plants in a sunny place, protected from drafts.

You can plant them in partial shade, then the flowers will be more luscious in color. You cannot choose lowlands, as moisture stagnation is possible there, which can lead to rotting of the root system.

Landing dates

It is optimal to plant daffodils from August to September. Residents of the southern regions can carry out planting work in October. It is important that the air temperature does not fall below +10 degrees.

Soil preparation

Soil preparation is carried out 1.5 months before planting. The soil should allow moisture to pass through, be slightly porous, and well aerated. The optimal acidity level pH is 5.5. If the indicators are lower, acidify the soil with wood ash, ground egg shells, and chemicals.

Selection and storage of planting material

Bulbs should be purchased from market garden departments or well-rated nurseries. You can order planting material on the Internet, but pay attention to reviews. The bulbs must be in good condition, without flaws or signs of disease.

Their normal size is 3-5 cm in diameter. In the store you should additionally purchase superphosphate, urea, river sand, and potassium sulfate.

Organic substances are then used to feed plants.

Before planting, the bulb is cleaned of excess husk, preferably by hand. To disinfect seedlings, dilute a 0.1% -0.2% solution of potassium permanganate, put the bulbs in it and leave for 1 hour.

Planting scheme

Plant the bulbs 15-20 cm deep into the ground to protect them from overheating and provide access to moisture. The distance between plantings should be 20 cm.

Rules of care

Caring for daffodils involves timely watering, loosening, fertilizing, and treating them against diseases and bugs. For the winter, they are covered with a 15 cm layer of sawdust and fallen leaves.

Loosening and weeding

The soil should be loosened 3-4 times a week, carefully so as not to damage the rhizomes. It is advisable to use a small hoe. By weeding, the earth is saturated with oxygen and weeds are removed.

Watering

Daffodils should be irrigated once a week, since the culture does not like dampness. It is important to monitor the condition of the soil so that crusts do not appear on it. Experienced gardeners recommend inserting a pencil into the ground to the depth of the bulb. If it remains wet for 3 days in sunny weather, the amount of watering should be reduced.

Protection from pests and diseases

The Apricot Whirl narcissus is famous for its high resistance to diseases and harmful beetles, but sometimes it is attacked by fungi.These include fusarium and gray rot. Among the main reasons for the development of fungal infections are excess humidity in the air and soil.

The soil is treated with Bordeaux mixture as a therapeutic measure. Sometimes daffodils are exposed to viral pathologies and spots and streaks form on them. The plant can no longer be saved; it will be disposed of by burning.

It is important to follow preventive measures:

• use disinfected tools in the garden;
• collect beetles in time;
• Plant only healthy specimens in the soil.

Daffodils can also be attacked by ticks, mole crickets, slugs and flies. They are destroyed with insecticides such as Ato-Zhuk, Stop-Zhuk.

Top dressing

Daffodils should be fertilized during budding with mineral compounds. Dilute superphosphate, urea, potassium sulfate, 1 dessert spoon each, in 10 liters of water. The solution will need 5 liters per 1 square meter. After pollen, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium are added. Dilute 2 tsp per 10 liters of water. Agricola and 1 tsp. nitroammofoski. In rainy seasons, fertilizing is replaced by a one-time addition in March of 1 dessert spoon of potassium sulfate, superphosphate, urea per 1 sq.m.

Reproduction

The culture reproduces by seeds, pups, and paired scales. In the first case, you can get an unexpected result - the plant will not look like the variety. The narcissus fruit is a seed capsule, where the seeds are arranged in 2 rows. They are black, smooth, round in shape. Seeds quickly lose their viability; it is better to sow freshly harvested specimens. Pollen will appear in 2-3 years.

Reproduction by children involves collecting individual particles on an adult bulb in the summer. Narcissus planted in this way blooms after 1 year. About 85% of children survive. The bulbs are planted in the soil in the standard manner.

The method of propagation by paired scales involves collecting the bulbs and peeling them. The onion is cut into 6-8 parts with a knife, soaked in a fungicidal solution, and dried. Paired scales are selected, placed in a bag with perlite, and kept at a temperature of +21 degrees. If the manipulation is carried out correctly, children will be born in the 4th month. They are separated from the scales and transplanted into the garden.

Application in landscape design

Narcissus Apricot Whirl can be planted in tandem with other flowers in dark or bright shades. It will look gentle and stand out between the plantings. Daffodils are also planted along borders, on alpine hills, and flower beds.

Reviews

Below are responses from gardeners about the Apricot Whirl daffodil to help you learn more about it.

Ruslan Sergeev, 59 years old, Zaporozhye

Greetings! I have only positive impressions about the Apricot Whirl narcissus; I have been growing it for more than 5 years. I planted it in the rock garden, now I admire the gorgeous pollen.

Angelina Bykova, 66 years old, Kyiv

Hello! In my garden I grow daffodils of the Apricot Whirl variety. I was attracted to the flower with its amazing peach crown in the middle. I dropped them off with my children, a neighbor shared. I recommend this variety to everyone!