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Daffodils flower early in the season, bringing cheer to the garden when little else is in flower. Some cultivars flower as early as January, while others flower in late-March to April. By choosing carefully you can have daffodils flowering continually in your garden for up to four months.
Narcissus 'Rip van Winkle' bears unusual, multi-petalled, greenish yellow flowers that look very unlike any other daffodil. Its shorter height makes it ideal for planting at the front of the border or in containers, and it makes a spectacular cut flower.
For best results grow Narcissus 'Rip van Winkle' in moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Allow foliage to die down after flowering and mulch annually with well-rotted manure or compost.
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Narcissus ‘Rip van winkle’ and wildlife
Narcissus ‘Rip van winkle’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Narcissus ‘Rip van winkle’ poisonous?
Narcissus ‘Rip van winkle’ causes an upset stomach and is harmful if ingested.
