Double daffodils are considered one of the best garden decorations. They are a group of varieties that are distinguished by medium and large flowers. The structure of such flowers includes many petals, which are arranged in several rows. Due to this, the plant looks very lush. Today there are many varieties of double daffodils known, so every gardener can choose the right option for himself.
What is this group of varieties?
Narcissus is a small herbaceous plant.Its rhizome is a dense bulb. In this case, the leaves are characterized by a ribbon-like shape and differ in length and width. It is worth considering that all types of daffodils have an intense, intoxicating aroma. If you place cut flowers in a room, unpleasant symptoms may appear in the form of headaches, increased drowsiness, severe fatigue, and dizziness.
Daffodils have 1-2 flowers on long, leafless stems. The perianths are petal-shaped and resemble funnels in appearance, which smoothly turn into equal lobes. The main feature of daffodils is that they have more than 6 perianth lobes. The petals differ in different shades - yellow, white, cream.
Terry daffodils are characterized by a special flower shape. The crown in the central part is not bell-shaped, but lush and folded. It looks more like a small rose. Two-color specimens are also quite common. The outer petals are white, while the inner petals are red-orange. This contrast helps highlight the unusual structure of the flower. This is the main difference between terry varieties and other varieties.
Double daffodils were bred by accident. They are the result of unforeseen selection. At the same time, the original shape and spectacular appearance of the resulting flowers prompted breeders to continue their work. If at the beginning of the nineteenth century the list of varieties of double daffodils was short, today there are more than 1000 of them.
These plants are considered low maintenance. However, they still need to create certain conditions. Before planting, you need to take care of the composition of the soil.It must contain a sufficient amount of humus and have suitable acidity parameters. In places where groundwater occurs, it is important to ensure high-quality drainage.
Terry daffodils prefer well-lit areas, but they can also be grown in partial shade. It is important to consider that these crops can hardly withstand transplantation. Therefore, they need to be provided with a permanent place.
It is recommended to plant daffodils in the fall. This should be done long before the onset of frost so that the bulb has time to take root. In winter, it is recommended to cover the sprouts with leaves and branches to prevent the root system from freezing.
In the first half of spring, daffodils do not need watering. However, during the flowering period the soil needs to be moistened. This should be done once a week. Care should be taken to clear the beds of weeds so as not to damage small sprouts.
There is no need to dig up the bulbs. However, this can be done if necessary. Planting material tolerates winter well when stored in a dry and cool room. Before planting in the soil, it is recommended to keep the bulbs in a solution of potassium permanganate.
Popular varieties
Today there are many varieties of double daffodils known, each of which has unique characteristics.
Erliche
This plant is distinguished by small flowers with a diameter of 2-6 centimeters. They can grow one at a time or form clusters that droop a little, but still retain their decorative effect. The Erliche variety has white flowers with a yellow center. Despite the small size of the inflorescences, they appear in large quantities. Because the plants look decorative. This variety of daffodils has an intense aroma that can be felt even from a distance.
Sir Winston Churchill
This variety is considered an unusual representative of double daffodils.4-6 buds appear on one peduncle of the plant at once. They have an attractive color - white petals complement the orange elements. The culture is characterized by a long flowering period, which reaches 4 weeks. Another record indicator is the height of the peduncles, which reaches 45-65 centimeters. They are quite strong, so heavy flowers do not droop even when exposed to gusts of wind.
Pink Champagne
This variety is characterized by a two-color color. The outer petals are champagne in color, while the inner petals are orange-red. The flowering period takes 17-20 days. In this case, the peduncles reach a length of 25-45 centimeters. The variety can be used to solve a variety of design problems - designing a lawn, patio, alpine slide or mixborder.
Replit
This crop is considered a real record holder in terms of flowering duration. It takes 2-3 weeks. The inflorescences are large in size and resemble a lush crown in appearance. The outer petals are milky white in color, while the inner petals are apricot. The buds bloom from April to mid-May. The height of the crop is 35-45 centimeters.
Double Campernel
This variety of double daffodils has been known since the first half of the seventeenth century. It is characterized by small but bright and fragrant flowers. The plant has a uniform yellow color. It can be used for garden decoration and arranging bouquets. Daffodils of this variety stand well when cut and retain their freshness for a long time. This culture perfectly complements rock gardens and rock gardens. It also looks great in single plantings.
Irene Copeland
This culture is considered a prominent representative of double daffodils. It is distinguished by its white-lemon color.The structure of each flower includes many petals, which are arranged in several rows. Due to this, it looks very voluminous. Peduncles may vary in height. It ranges from 20 to 50 centimeters. The culture blooms quite early - at the end of April or beginning of May. This variety is suitable for decorating flower beds and making bouquets.
Rose of May
This crop reaches a height of 45 centimeters. It is characterized by large spherical flowers. Their diameter is 10 centimeters. The flowers are a uniform milky white color. Flowering occurs later than others. This occurs in the middle or second half of May. This culture is used to decorate standard flower beds, rock gardens, and ridges. She also looks great in multi-tiered compositions. The plant goes well with shrubs and can be used to fill gaps in the garden.
Chirfulness
This variety looks very impressive. It is characterized by creamy white flowers. At the same time, the outer petals are distinguished by a uniform color, and in the center there are light yellow inclusions. One inflorescence often contains 3-4 buds. Daffodils of this variety are perfect for garden decoration and bouquets.
Ice King
This is a shade-tolerant variety of double daffodils that has a spectacular appearance. The plant reaches a height of 50 centimeters and has dark green ribbon-like leaves. The flowers are large in size and bright yellow or creamy white in color. Their diameter reaches 15 centimeters. Flowering occurs in April.
This variety is characterized by high frost resistance. Thanks to this, it is permissible to grow it even in the northern regions.In this case, it is recommended to mulch the crop with straw or peat for the winter. The thickness of such a layer should be at least 10 centimeters.
Rosie Cloud
This culture looks very gentle and original. It can be planted in open ground or grown at home in a pot. The plant reaches a height of 35 centimeters and is distinguished by dense dark green leaves. The flowers are large in size and have white petals. In the center of the bud there is a large crown of salmon color. Flowering lasts from May to June and is very abundant.
Delnasho
This variety is a showy bicolor daffodil. It is distinguished by single flowers that have a sophisticated shape. The outer petals are round in shape and white in color, and the middle is an interesting apricot shade. This crop is characterized by long flowering, which lasts 12-14 days. Peduncles have an average height of 35-45 centimeters.
Bridal Crown
This is a tall variety of daffodils, the flower stalks of which reach 50 centimeters. The culture is distinguished by double flowers of a delicate white color. Inside there is a bright yellow center. The inflorescences are small in size. Their diameter does not exceed 3-4 centimeters. At the same time, the flowering is quite lush, so the crop looks very impressive in the garden.
Rip Van Winkle
This variety was obtained in 1884, but its author remained unknown. It is also called tiny or dwarf daffodil. The height of the plant is 15-20 centimeters. It is characterized by dark green ribbon-shaped leaves and yellow flowers with many pointed petals. Their size does not exceed 5 centimeters.Flowering lasts 10 days and is quite abundant.
Peach cobbler
This culture is characterized by attractive, neat flowers with large outer petals, which are distinguished by a yellowish color. Inside there is a carrot-yellow center that contrasts beautifully with the background. The size of the peduncles reaches 45 centimeters.
Texas
This variety is characterized by bright flowers. Their outer petals are pale yellow in color, while the inner petals are orange. The flowers reach a diameter of 10 centimeters. In this case, the size of the peduncles is 30-40 centimeters. The petals have a terry structure and look impressive in combination with dark green foliage. The culture looks great in single plantings. It can also be safely combined with other plants - in particular, with tulips.
Flower drift
This double variety is characterized by showy flowers that have white outer petals and a bright orange center. The size of the peduncles reaches 40 centimeters. Such plants look beautiful both in single plantings and in combination with other crops. In addition, they are undemanding to care. Even a novice gardener can grow such a crop.
Akropolis
This variety is characterized by an average size of peduncles, which is 40-50 centimeters. The outer inflorescences are distinguished by their pure white color and large size. The inner petals are also white, but there are orange splashes at the base. The leaves of this variety of daffodils have a narrow lanceolate shape and grow from a single point.
Double daffodils are showy plants that are often used in landscape design.Moreover, breeders have managed to develop many interesting varieties that are suitable for both beginners and experienced gardeners.
