Jonquil
Jonquil is a common name for daffodils with the characteristics of Narcissus jonquilla: flowers are small to medium sized, perianth segments are flat, corona length varies but is usually short and semi-spherical, foliage may be rush-like and dark green as in the species. Fragrance is usually prominent. Flowers may be borne one to several to a stem, depending upon cultivar.
The Fragrant Jonquil Daffodil Mix, Narcissus jonquilla', is an exquisite mix of the most fragrant varieties and most unusual flower forms available. They will be your harbinger of spring for years to come. A fall planted bulb, they have 1 to 5 flower
The Miniature Daffodil 'New Baby', 'Narcissi jonquilla', a fall planted bulb, has greenish white outer petals, dark yellow bowl shaped corona. Up to 4 flowers per stem. These fabulous Narcissus pack superior color and form in miniature size. Jonquilla
Jonquils are quite hardy, and may be grown in the open in the same manner as Hyacinths. Five or six bulbs in a 5-in. pot make a very pretty bouquet. They are excellent early flowers, and very odoriferous. Plant in autumn, placing sand round the bulbs. Best not disturbed too often. The leaves should not be cut off when withering, but allowed to die down. They bloom in April. Height, 1 ft.
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