Daffodil (Narcissus ‘Jenny’)

Narcissus 'Jenny' is a small cyclamineus daffodil with creamy white, strongly reflexed petals and a long lemon-yellow trumpet. It typically grows about 10–12 inches tall and blooms in early to mid-spring.

Grow Narcissus 'Jenny' in full sun to partial shade. More sun usually produces stronger flowering, but light afternoon shade is acceptable, especially in warmer climates.

Provide moderate, even moisture while Narcissus 'Jenny' is actively growing and flowering. Reduce watering after the foliage yellows and the bulb enters its summer dormancy.

Narcissus 'Jenny' is hardy outdoors in USDA Zones 3–8. In colder areas, plant bulbs deeply enough and provide well-drained soil to reduce winter damage.

Plant Narcissus 'Jenny' in a sunny or partly shaded bed, border, rock garden, woodland edge, or naturalized lawn. Choose a site that drains well and is not waterlogged during dormancy.

Yes, Narcissus 'Jenny' grows well in containers with drainage holes and fertile, well-drained potting mix. Protect containers from extreme temperature swings and keep the mix moderately moist while roots and shoots develop.

The best soil is fertile, moderately moist, and well drained, especially a loam enriched with organic matter. Narcissus 'Jenny' can tolerate clay, sand, or chalk if drainage is adequate.

Yes, Narcissus 'Jenny' is suitable for naturalizing in grass or open woodland plantings. Mow only after the foliage has yellowed and died back naturally so the bulbs can replenish their energy.

Narcissus 'Jenny' may fail to bloom because of insufficient light, shallow planting, overcrowding, premature foliage removal, or poor bulb quality. Allow the leaves to mature naturally and divide congested clumps when flowering declines.

Do not cut back Narcissus 'Jenny' foliage while it is green; wait until it yellows and dies back naturally. The leaves support next year's flower development by feeding the bulb.

Yes, remove the faded flower heads from Narcissus 'Jenny' if you want to prevent seed production and direct energy toward the bulb. Leave the flower stem and foliage in place until they naturally decline.

Narcissus 'Jenny' usually needs little fertilizer in fertile soil. If growth is weak, apply a balanced bulb fertilizer according to the label in fall or as shoots emerge, but avoid excessive nitrogen.

Narcissus 'Jenny' is generally low-maintenance and is usually avoided by deer and rabbits. Slugs, snails, narcissus bulb fly, nematodes, and bulb scale mites can occasionally cause problems.

Poor drainage can lead to bulb rot, while narcissus basal rot, leaf scorch, and viruses are possible but not usually common. Discard soft or diseased bulbs and avoid planting in persistently wet soil.

Plant Narcissus 'Jenny' bulbs in early to mid-fall, after the soil has begun to cool. Fall planting gives the bulbs time to establish roots before winter and spring flowering.

Plant Narcissus 'Jenny' bulbs about 3–6 inches deep, or roughly two to three times the bulb's height, with the pointed end facing upward. In containers, use similar depth while leaving room for roots.

Space Narcissus 'Jenny' bulbs about 4–8 inches apart for most garden plantings. Wider spacing can reduce the need for division, while closer spacing creates a fuller display sooner.

Yes, Narcissus 'Jenny' bulbs can usually remain in the ground for several years. Dig and divide them only when clumps become crowded or bloom quality and quantity begin to decline.

Propagate Narcissus 'Jenny' by separating offsets from established clumps as the foliage fades in early summer. Replant healthy offsets promptly at the normal bulb depth.

Narcissus 'Jenny' can produce seed, but seed-grown plants will not reliably reproduce the named cultivar and may take several years to flower. Offsets are the practical method for maintaining identical plants.

Yes, Narcissus 'Jenny' is toxic if eaten, particularly the bulbs. Keep bulbs and plant parts away from children and pets, and wear gloves when handling them if you have sensitive skin.

Narcissus 'Jenny' generally blooms in early to mid-spring, often around April in temperate climates. Exact timing varies with USDA Zone, winter temperatures, and spring weather.

Each Narcissus 'Jenny' flower has creamy white, pointed petals that curve strongly backward around a long, slender lemon-yellow trumpet. The trumpet may fade toward cream as the flower ages.

Narcissus 'Jenny' is described as a relatively long-flowering daffodil, although the display length depends on weather and growing conditions. Cool temperatures generally help the flowers last longer.

Reliable cultivar-specific sources do not consistently identify Narcissus 'Jenny' as strongly fragrant. Its main ornamental features are the reflexed creamy petals, yellow trumpet, compact size, and early-season bloom.

Yes, Narcissus 'Jenny' can be grown for cutting, although its short stems and small flowers make it especially suitable for delicate arrangements. Condition daffodils separately because their sap can shorten the vase life of other flowers.