Narcissus Rip van Winkle

"Narcissus" is a word that helps to plunge into Greek myths. Narcissus Rip van Winkle got this name most likely from that person who was very fond of theater, history, poetry. This version can be put forward because in the novel by V. Irving, popular in the 19th century, which found its embodiment in many films and performances, and also, in one German legend, this was the name of the hero.

Narcissus Rip van Winkle: variety description

Narcissus Rip van Winkle: photo of the Rip van Winkle variety

The author of the daffodil variety Rip van Winkle, bred in 1884, is apparently forgotten. However, the flower itself is very popular. It is also known as a dwarf or tiny daffodil.

The appearance of the daffodil Rip van Winkle is as follows: in height it can reach 15-20 cm; flowers are quite large, about 5 cm like dandelions, can be collected in a brush. Although the sharp petals, of which there are quite a few, resemble a chrysanthemum. Narcissus smells very gentle, the aroma is subtle, unobtrusive. This flower belongs to the terry variety.

Narcissus of the Rip van Winkle variety is very resistant to frost in our country, as well as in northern Scandinavia. He is practically not disturbed by various diseases and numerous pests. He perceives any land and can easily overwinter in the open field.

In landscape design, the daffodil variety Rip van Winkle looks great in groups with low tulips, small bulbous, very crowded, with hyacinths. They are also good for transforming rocky gardens or when decorating alpine slides.

Landing features

Narcissus Rip van Winkle: photo of the Rip van Winkle variety

Since most of the purchase of bulbs, including daffodil, does not take place in special stores or exhibitions, be sure to pay attention to the following points: the bulb should not have a suspicious or unusual smell, damage, stains and mildew. In appearance, a good bulb is strong, its neck and bottom are dry, and golden or brown clean scales are smooth, without roughness.

All selected high-quality bulbs are subject to mandatory treatment with a fungicide solution.

When planting daffodil Rip van Winkle in your garden or summer cottage, you need to consider the following points: the chosen place must be calm, sunny, but without direct sunlight, otherwise the flowers will burn out. At the same time, it is good that there are shrubs nearby, they will create a small, but necessary shadow. The soil is preferable not dense, if there is a lot of clay, then you can add peat, sand. But a large amount of moisture content in the ground is very detrimental to daffodil bulbs.
Some flower lovers often grow Rip van Winkle indoors.

The question that worries many is when to plant daffodils? Autumn or spring? Preferred in autumn. From mid-August to mid-September, the most suitable period of time, a couple of months before the onset of frost, they will have time to get comfortable enough and get stronger.

Daffodils can also be planted in spring, but then the bulbs must first be placed in the refrigerator for a couple of months so that they can bloom.

Before the autumn planting, in June, the soil must be dug (depth of about 1 shovel). The distance when planting daffodils must be observed at 15-17 cm. It is good to add compost or rotted humus to the holes. The bulbs are buried in the ground for three of their widths. It is more optimal to create groups of 6-9 colors.

The process of mulching with peat can be omitted, because the daffodil Rip van Winkle is very frost-resistant.

Features of growing daffodils rip van winkle

Narcissus Rip van Winkle: photo of the Rip van Winkle variety

Although the daffodil Rip van Winkle is very unpretentious, waterlogging is bad for him. You can only do with natural precipitation. If there is a drought, then you need to water only during the flowering period and 1.5 months after it. Abundant watering is enough once a week, while it is impossible for the water to get on the buds or flowers.

After the last snow has melted, seedlings can be fertilized with complex products containing minerals.
For the daffodil Rip van Winkle to surprise you with its flowering, it is worth feeding. This is done in this order: mineral complexes - the emergence of seedlings; potassium and nitrogen - the appearance of peduncles; nitrogen-phosphorus, potassium substances - the appearance of buds; potassium-phosphorus additives - the appearance of flowering.

But with fresh manure, it is better not to experiment - this can lead to the appearance of an onion hoverfly and a daffodil fly.

Loosening of the soil and regular weeding are necessary for this flower, as well as for all cultivated plants. To facilitate the process, mulching can be used, because loosening can damage the roots and bulbs of the daffodil. It also helps keep the soil moist by reducing the amount of extra watering. Compost works best for mulching.

Narcissus Rip van Winkle: photo of the Rip van Winkle variety

Caring for daffodils in terms of their health should be constant, since bulbous plants have enough pests and diseases. Nematoda, mosaic, striping, rot - all of them can threaten these flowers. For prophylaxis, the bulbs must be treated with disinfectants before storage and planting. They are also used to combat all these misfortunes.

If the daffodil is still sick, then it must be immediately removed, buried, sprinkled with bleach, away from healthy plants so as not to infect them. The affected area must be disinfected. Copper sulfate is quite suitable for this.

Insecticides fight pests such as bears, slugs, narcissus flies, root mites, and onion hoverflies.

How the daffodil blooms rip van winkle

Daffodil variety Rip van Winkl (Botanical class) - multi-flowered, terry. When the flowers bloom, they look like large dandelions, their sharp petals catch the eye, and the pleasant, delicate aroma emanating from them makes you stop.

Large (about 5 cm) flowers look very advantageous in a still empty, not blossoming front garden or garden. They also look great next to tulips, lilac hyacinths, white muscars - such an unusual combination of colors can be admired endlessly.

Daffodil bloom Rip van Winkle lasts 7-10 days. But the emerging ovaries should not be on the plant, otherwise they will begin to take away its vitality. For this, faded heads must be removed.

Narcissus Rip van Winkle: photo of the Rip van Winkle variety

The flowering of this variety is long, but over time it is reborn, becoming a kind of "wild flower". When you see that the number of flowering shoots is decreasing, repot the bulbs in a new area.

When the flowering period is over, the leaves do not need to be cut. The narcissist receives nutrients before they die off naturally.

Breeding methods

Reproduction of Rip van Winkle daffodils, as a rule, occurs in bulbs (children). There is also a seed method, however, not suitable for the Rip van Winkle variety. When propagated from seeds, artificial hybrids lose all their varietal characteristics.

In one season, daffodil bulbs can give about four babies, which will begin to bloom the next spring. When transplanting, they can be immediately separated and dropped off as a separate group.

Grow an interesting variety of daffodil Rip van Winkle in your garden, and then you can enjoy the delicate aroma that fills your site. And in groups with other colors, you can also admire unusual, beautiful combinations that will catch your eye.

Narcissus Rip van Winkl: video about the variety