Narcissus x jonquilla 'Jonquil' / 10 Healthy Fresh Daffodil Bulbs from The Southern Bulb Company

The Southern Bulb Company's Narcissus x jonquilla "Jonquil" Bulbs: A Delightful Addition to Your Spring Garden

Jonquils are a beloved spring-flowering bulb for several reasons. Firstly, they possess a sweet fragrance that is widely enjoyed. Secondly, their deep golden blooms emerge in late February and early March, brightening up the late winter garden when few other flowers are in bloom. Thirdly, jonquils are perennials that will naturalize and fill large areas with their cheerful flowers over time.

But what exactly is the difference between a narcissus and a daffodil? Daffodils are a type of narcissus, a genus of flower bulbs. The daffodil is a specific narcissus variety characterized by its large, trumpet-shaped bloom.

Jonquils, on the other hand, have a distinct appearance. They bloom with multiple smaller flowers on a single stalk, and their golden hue is consistent across both the petals and the cups of the flowers, unlike many other narcissus varieties that exhibit different shades of yellow.

These fragrant jonquil flowers have even been used in the perfume industry in the past, testament to their delightful scent.

Fortunately, jonquils are relatively easy to grow, thriving in USDA Hardiness Zones 6-8 and requiring at least half a day of winter sun. When planting the bulbs, be sure to leave about 3 inches of soil above the top of the bulb.

Since the jonquil bulbs you will receive have just finished blooming, they are at the end of their growth cycle for the year. Planting them now will give them ample time to become established in their new home before their next spring bloom.

You can expect these cheerful flowers to be among the first bulbs to bloom each year, typically in late February or early March, heralding the arrival of spring.

The bulbs will arrive with their foliage still attached, as they were recently dug up. This is a normal part of the bulb's natural growth cycle, as the leaves help the bulb store energy for the summer dormancy period. Once the foliage has died back naturally, it will be removed before the bulbs are shipped to you.

The Southern Bulb Company's mission is to provide gardeners with high-quality, easy-to-grow bulbs that will thrive and multiply year after year, even in warm, humid climates. Founded by the renowned "Bulb Hunter" Chris Wiesinger, the company aims to revive the joy of growing heirloom and regionally adapted bulbs.

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