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Description
Narcissus Topolino is a hardy bulbous plant that belongs to the family Amaryllidaceae. It is a small, dainty plant that grows up to 20 cm tall and has a slender stem. The flowers are trumpet-shaped and have a bright yellow color with a white center. The flowers are fragrant and bloom in late winter to early spring. The plant has narrow, strap-like leaves that are green and grow up to 30 cm long.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Narcissus |
Appearance
Narcissus Topolino has bright yellow flowers that are trumpet-shaped and have a white center. The flowers grow up to 5 cm in diameter and bloom in late winter to early spring. The plant has narrow, strap-like leaves that are green and grow up to 30 cm long. The stem is slender and grows up to 20 cm tall. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
Care Guide
Narcissus Topolino is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for. Here are some tips on how to care for this plant:- Water: Water the plant regularly but do not overwater. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.- Fertilization: Fertilize the plant once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.- Soil: The plant prefers well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.- Sunlight: The plant prefers full sun to partial shade.- Hardiness Zones: Narcissus Topolino is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Narcissus Topolino is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, here are some common pests and diseases that may affect this plant:- Narcissus bulb fly: This pest attacks the bulbs of the plant and can destroy the plant.- Narcissus basal rot: This disease is caused by a fungus and can cause the leaves and flowers of the plant to turn yellow and wilt.- Narcissus yellow stripe: This disease is caused by a virus and can cause yellow streaks on the leaves of the plant.
Habitat
Narcissus Topolino is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. The plant prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is commonly grown in gardens, borders, and rock gardens.
Question and Answer
Q: When should I plant Narcissus Topolino bulbs?
A: Plant the bulbs in the fall, about 6 to 8 weeks before the first frost.Q: How often should I water Narcissus Topolino?
A: Water the plant regularly but do not overwater. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.Q: What is the hardiness zone for Narcissus Topolino?
A: Narcissus Topolino is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9.Q: How tall does Narcissus Topolino grow?
A: Narcissus Topolino grows up to 20 cm tall.
Related Plants
– Narcissus Tete-a-Tete- Narcissus Paperwhite- Narcissus February Gold- Narcissus Minnow- Narcissus Thalia
References
– RHS. (2021). Narcissus ‘Topolino’. Available at: https://www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/80854/Narcissus-Topolino-(1)/Details [Accessed 13 Oct. 2021].- Missouri Botanical Garden. (2021). Narcissus ‘Topolino’. Available at: https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=j450 [Accessed 13 Oct. 2021].- Gardening Know How. (2021). Narcissus Topolino Care: Learn How To Grow Topolino Narcissus Flowers. Available at: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/narcissus/narcissus-topolino-care.htm [Accessed 13 Oct. 2021].
