Narcissus Bridal Crown: description and characteristics of the variety, planting and care, reviews with photos

Each nation has its own legend about the origin of daffodils. But the most famous of them refers to the myths of ancient Greece. A handsome young man quite by chance saw his reflection in a crystal clear stream. And he liked it so much that the young man could not move away from the reservoir. So he stood, bowing his head over the stream all his life, and after that, a flower grew in this place, which was named after the young man. Narcissus variety Bridal Crown is a bright representative of a horticultural crop with high decorative properties and a long flowering period.

In the modern world, several tens of thousands of hybrid varieties of this beautiful and fragrant flower have been bred. But the main decoration of the spring garden are multi-layered or terry daffodils of various shades.

Description and features of the variety

The flowering season of the Bridal Crown daffodil depends on the climatic conditions of the region. In the southern regions, the primrose blooms already in March, and in the northern latitudes, flowering is postponed until the end of spring.

This is a frost-resistant representative of garden flowers that can withstand frosts down to -35 degrees.

By the time of flowering, the narcissus grows up to 35-55 cm. The main stem is thin, dense. Leaf blades are linear in shape, pointed at the ends, bright green hues. From 3 to 5 buds are formed on the stalk, which bloom in multi-layered, double flowers. The core of the flower is wavy, in the initial phase of flowering bright orange hues.Gradually, the crown changes its color to pink. The side petals remain snow-white for the entire flowering period.

History of selection

Terry daffodils of the Bridal Crown variety appeared thanks to the work of American breeders. A new variety was bred in the 60s of the last century. More than 50 years have passed since then, and the beautiful flower still occupies pride of place in the backyards of gardeners and flower growers around the world.

Growing

Daffodils are perennial horticultural crops, so preparing the soil and choosing a place for planting flowers are the main requirements for the growth and proper development of plants.

Terry representatives of the variety are planted in shaded flower beds, protected from strong winds and drafts.

Important! Wetlands with close groundwater are not suitable for planting daffodils.

Bulb plants grown in high humidity conditions are often exposed to fungal and viral infections.

Date of planting

Planting varietal bulbs in open ground depends on the weather conditions of the area where you plan to grow flowers. In temperate climates and northern regions, work on planting daffodils begins in mid-August. In latitudes with a mild and warm climate, bulbs can be planted in early November. In order for the bulbs to gain a foothold in the ground and gain useful substances for wintering, planting work is carried out 1.5-2 months before the onset of the first frost.

Spring planting of flowers is recommended only in southern latitudes. Work is carried out in early spring, before the onset of the growing season.

Soil preparation

Soil preparation for planting flowers is carried out in advance. For autumn planting, the soil is prepared in spring and summer.

1. The land is carefully dug up to a depth of at least 30-35 cm.
2. Weeds, roots and other debris are removed from the flower bed.
3. The soil is mixed with humus and peat. Sand is added to clayey, heavy soil.
4. Acidic soil is mixed with lime or wood ash.
5. 2-3 weeks before planting the bulbs, the soil is re-dug and mixed with mineral fertilizers.

Important! Do not plant daffodils in flower beds where any bulbous plants previously grew.

Plant pattern

Before planting in open ground, daffodil bulbs are carefully inspected for damage, diseases and pests. Further, the planting material is treated with professional disinfectants or a weak solution of manganese.

1. Dig holes in the prepared flower bed with a depth of 30 to 40 cm.
2. Space between holes 10-15 cm, between rows 20-30 cm.
3. A small stone or crushed stone is laid out at the bottom of the pits.
4. Further, fertile soil is poured into which the bulbs are laid out.
5. Large planting material is buried 12-15 cm from the soil level. Small bulbs by 10-12 cm. If further reproduction of flowers is planned with the help of children, the depth is reduced to 8-10 cm.
6. The bulbs are covered with soil and watered.
7. After the end of planting activities, the soil in the flower bed is mulched with sawdust or dry grass.

To get beautiful and he althy primroses, be sure to follow the rules for choosing planting material and planting in open ground.

Rules of care

Bridal Crown daffodils are easy to care for. Timely watering and fertilizing will help grow beautiful fragrant garden flowers that will delight with their flowering for a long time.

Loosening and weeding

Most weeds interfere with the proper growth and development of daffodils. I weed a flower bed carefully, because the plant bulbs are close to the soil surface. The same precautions are observed when loosening the soil. Loosening works are carried out as necessary. The first sign that the bulbs are not receiving enough oxygen and moisture is the formation of a dense earthen crust on the surface of the flower bed.

Irrigation

Daffodils, although they do not like highly moistened soil, are demanding on watering. Watering during bud formation and flowering is especially important.

After the plant fades, the moment comes for the bulbs to ripen, which also need moisture.

Protection from pests and diseases

Proper care of garden flowers increases resistance to diseases and pests. But, annually, they carry out preventive work to protect the horticultural crop.

Sclerocial rot

The defeat appears during the growing season. On the bulbs and the ground, a plaque forms in the form of a dense cobweb. The plant turns yellow, and the bulbs rot. The main preventive measures are the proper storage and planting of planting material.

Fusariosis

Fungal infection of the plant bulb. Especially common in the southern regions with a hot climate. Before planting in open ground, daffodil bulbs are treated with special preparations.

Thrips

Thrips not only infect plants, but are also capable of carrying various fungi and viruses. Therefore, the pest must be de alt with at the earliest stage of plant infection. There are special preparations that can be purchased at garden centers and flower shops.

Nematodes

Flowers are often attacked by stem or leaf nematodes. Pest control is very difficult, as they are not susceptible to any drugs. Damaged plants are removed from the soil and destroyed. Also, at an early stage of infection, fungicide-based preparations are used.

Bulb and daffodil fly

For the prevention of bulbous and narcissus flies, planting material is treated with hot water before planting in the soil. And during the formation of buds, the bushes are sprayed with fungicide-based products.

Preparing for winter

Garden daffodils are winter crops, but in the northern regions, flowers are additionally insulated.

At the end of autumn, the soil in the flower bed is mulched with peat and sawdust. The next layer is laid out dry foliage or spruce branches.

Removing shelter after the first spring thaw.

Feeding

In the active phase of the growing season, varietal daffodils need top dressing and fertilizers.

Feed the horticultural crop several times throughout the season, alternating organic and mineral fertilizers. Carry out work on fertilizing plants 1 time in 2-3 weeks.

Important! Bridal Crown daffodils do not tolerate cow or chicken manure fertilizer.

Reproduction

Reproduction of varietal flowers is carried out by vegetative methods.

1. Reproduction by children. After the flowering season, adult bulbs form an increase in children, which are separated from the mother flower and planted as an independent plant.
2. Separation of bulbs. Large bulbs are divided into 4-6 equal parts. After separation, the planting material is treated with special growth stimulants and planted in fertile soil.

After flowering, in the place of inflorescences, fruits are formed, in which there are seeds of daffodils. With the seed method of propagation of hybrid crops, the varietal characteristics of the mother plant do not appear. But for the reproduction of ordinary daffodils, this method is quite suitable.

Application in landscape design

Large, double flowers of Bridal Crown daffodils will be the center of any spring flower bed. Florists and landscapers often use spring primroses to create alpine landscapes, colorful flower beds and flower borders.

Reviews

Victoria Nikolaevna, Perm

I never thought daffodils could be so luxurious until I came across Bridal Crown. The bulbs were sent to me by a friend from the Crimea. In the first year of planting, interesting daffodils bloomed in the flower bed. On one stalk, 4-5 large, double flowers opened.I didn't even know daffodils could be like that.

Elena Ivanovna, Pyatigorsk

I have been growing daffodils for a very long time, and mainly for business. A few years ago I came across the Bridal Crown variety. According to the description, this daffodil is not suitable for cutting and arranging bouquets, as it quickly withers. Believe me, it's very useful. Excellent in decorative bouquets for 7-10 days.

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