Narcissus tazetta orientalis 'Double Roman'
'Double Roman' was introduced before 1576! It is the double form of the Chinese sacred lily, Narcissus tazetta orientalis, and very fragrant.
Description:
'Double Roman' is a super heirloom introduced before 1576! It is the double form of the Chinese sacred lily, Narcissus tazetta orientalis, a close relative of the paperwhite and also very fragrant. It has reflexed white petals and a crazy double corona split and ruffled with white and rich yellow. The flowers are produced in clusters on each stem which can reach 14 inches high. Less hardy than other Narcissus, they bloom in winter and early spring. In cold climates grow in pots and protect in winter.
Common Name: Daffodil - [Spring B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Amaryllidaceae (The Amaryllis Family)
Zone Hardiness: 7-9
Light: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 12-24"
Width: 8-12"
Primary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Secondary Bloom Colour: Pink
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Spring
Soil Moisture: Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: Yes
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: The species in this genus grow in a wide range of habitats including open spaces ranging from low marshes to rocky hillsides and montane pastures to grassland, scrub, woods, river banks and rocky crevices.
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Geogrpahical Origin: Asia and the Pacific - Asia - China and Japan
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