Narcissus 'Beautiful Eyes'

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Beautiful Eyes Jonquil

Narcissus ‘Beautiful Eyes’ is in Division 7. It is 12-16 inches tall and blooms in mid spring with 2 inch flowers. The petals open pale yellow and become white as they mature. The corona is a bright orange. The flowers are fragrant. The bulbs are toxic and will not be eaten by deer or rabbits. Beautiful Eyes is hardy in zones 4 – 9. The name Narcissus comes from the Greek word for narcotic and is tied to the myth of a young man known as Narcissus who fell in love with his own reflection. When he drowned in the pool where he had been admiring himself, Narcissus flowers grew up around the pool.

Soil:
Moderate
Plant Shape:
Upright
Exposure:
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Bloom Time:
March - April
May - June
Bloom Color:
Orange
White
Plant Type:
Bulb
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9