Narcissus Mount Hood: characteristics, planting and care
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Narcissus Mount Hood: description and specificity of the variety
Narcissus Mount Hood: photo of the variety
Daffodils, just like hyacinths, tulips, crocuses, are early varieties of flower crops. These flowers are the most beloved and widespread in landscape design. Daffodils differ in terms of ripening, varieties, shapes, colors. The Mount Hood daffodil variety is an unusual flower, its snow-white buds fell in love with people engaged in the design of summer cottages and suburban areas, florists, as well as ordinary consumers.
Daffodil Mount Hood belongs to the tubular daffodil varieties. The buds open in mid - late spring (their width reaches twelve centimeters). The color palette is just a sight for sore eyes. The color of the buds can be either white or cream. Usually the peduncle grows up to forty centimeters. This variety is loved for its pastel colors and delicate fresh aroma.
Planting instructions
Narcissus Mount Hood: photo of the variety
To accelerate the flowering process of the Mount Hood daffodil, it is worth choosing the right time and site for the further growth of the plant. Of course, do not forget to find out the preferences of the plant in the ground, as well as how to plant the plants deep in the ground. Throw out large planting material immediately, disinfect the rest in a 1% solution of potassium permanganate. Immediately after planting the planting material, it is worth making a layer of mulch, for example, from peat.
The most optimal time for planting the planting material of Mount Hood daffodils is the fall season. The specificity of the development of this plant is that for the flowering process it needs storage for sixty to eighty-five days in a cool temperature. When planting planting material in the autumn season, it is worth following the presented requirements. If you are late for the period of planting the bulbs in the autumn season, it is worth planting the planting material in the spring season, but place it in the refrigerator in advance.
Narcissus Mount Hood does not have a huge list of requirements for the land in which it will continue to grow. However, remember that in bad land, the plant will slow down its growth and development. In the choice of soils, give preference to loamy, and in the presence of clayey heavy soil, it is worth adding peat or sand to it (ten kilograms of peat / twenty kilograms of sand is used for one square meter). Very light, sandy soils will not work, as they do not retain moisture and temperature well.
Mount Hood daffodils are moisture lovers, but don't make a swamp for them. Plant the plant in an area free from cold and strong winds. You can plant daffodils under trees.
Planting instructions:
- the soil should be dug up, a loosening procedure should be carried out, look at the condition of the soil, possibly adding sand or peat.
- planting holes are made, adjust the size of the planting hole to the planting material, usually adult bulbs occupy twelve to fifteen centimeters, and young bulbs occupy eight to ten centimeters.
- the space between plants should be twelve to fifteen centimeters.
- The planting hole should be watered, then place the planting material in it, and then fill the planting hole with garden soil.
- Experienced gardeners and summer residents advise planting this flower to a depth the size of which can be measured in three bulbs.
Narcissus Mount Hood: how to properly care for
Narcissus Mount Hood: photo of the variety
Narcissus Mount Hood does not require special complex care. Make a schedule for soil moisture, carry out the procedure for loosening and weeding the earth, and remove damaged parts of the plant. When a shrub grows, it is worth dividing it, and the bushes can be planted nearby. The division of the bush is carried out once every four to five years.
Do not forget that the weeding procedure is necessary, as weeds slow down the growth and development of the plant. It is recommended to remove weeds with protective gloves. Perform the loosening procedure carefully.
If it rains frequently, do not moisten the soil yourself. With an excess of moisture in the ground, the bulbs rot, the plant dies. On especially hot days, it is worth increasing the watering.
Narcissus Mount Hood: Flowering Process
Narcissus Mount Hood: photo of the variety
Narcissus Mount Hood belongs to the early flowering group. Flowering usually occurs at the end of the second spring month or at the beginning of the third spring month. It is worth remembering that the timing of flowering depends on the region, climatic conditions and proper care. The plant can be cut and placed in a vase. Remove damaged parts of the plant, as they take up extra energy from the plant.
Never touch the foliage after the flowering process is complete.
Breeding methods
Mount Hood video
When purchased in larger volume, shrubs have small flowers because they lack sunlight. It is necessary to remove the planting material from the soil in the middle of the summer season, then dry it and dip it in activated carbon. Daffodils are transplanted in the fall season.
Application
Narcissus Mount Hood grown on flower beds to add zest to summer cottage or suburban areas, as an ornamental plant in living quarters, to create bouquets.
