Ismene × deflexa
peruvian daffodil ( syn. Hymenocallis × festalis )
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil or John Innes No2 with a little added grit
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: May to July
- Bulb size: 16+
- Hardiness: tender (will need winter protection)
Long strap-shaped leaves form a tall tuft from which the upright stems emerge in spring. These are topped with small clusters of white, scented blooms, each with a white daffodil-like cup, surrounded by 6 slender, curled petals (tepals). An exotic-looking addition to the mixed or jungle border, this evergreen bulbous perennial will also be happy in a medium-sized pot. - Garden care: Plant the bulbs with their neck and shoulders above soil level and keep in bright, filtered light. When the foliage starts to appear, mist occasionally with water to increase the surrounding humidity and water regularly. These plants are tender so temperatures must be kept above 15C at all times. In summer they can be planted out into the border, but they should be lifted and stored under glass during the colder months and protected from excessive winter wet.
- Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten; skin irritant
Goes well with...
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Digitalis purpurea
common foxglove
approx 1000 seeds
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Dryopteris wallichiana
alpine wood fern
9cm pot
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Asarum europaeum
wild ginger
9cm pot
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Hosta 'Francee' (fortunei)
plantain lily
bare root plant
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Bulb planting auger - long
small
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RHS Burgon and Ball long handled bulb planter
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DeWit tulip and daffodil bulb planter
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Darlac long handled bulb planter
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Terracotta perennial bell pot
Ø47 × H44cm
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Terracotta citrus pot
Ø50 × H45cm
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Bulb planting auger - short
medium
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Terracotta bulb bowl
medium Ø41 × H19cm