{"product_id":"narcissus-fortune-bulbs","title":"Narcissus 'Fortune' Bulbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Fortune' is a bold, large-cupped daffodil producing bright yellow flowers with a striking deep reddish-orange centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowering in March and reaching around 40–45cm tall, this colourful variety brings strong contrast to early spring borders, containers and mixed bulb displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–15cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e yellow with a deep reddish-orange cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e March\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun or partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Fortune'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Fortune' produces one substantial flower on each upright stem, held above narrow, strap-shaped green foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe broad perianth segments are a clear, cheerful yellow and surround a long cup-shaped corona in a contrasting deep reddish orange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe corona is gently flared towards its edge, creating an attractive trumpet-like appearance while allowing the rich orange colouring to stand out against the surrounding yellow petals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Fortune' belongs to the Large-Cupped group of daffodils. Varieties within this group produce one flower per stem, with a corona measuring more than one-third of the length of the perianth segments but no longer than the petals themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts March flowering period makes 'Fortune' a useful choice for bringing strong colour to the garden early in the spring season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly spring-flowering \u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e can contribute to a varied wildlife-friendly planting scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers may be visited by early bees and other pollinating insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds floral diversity during the early spring months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines well with other early flowering bulbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant alongside crocuses, muscari and other spring bulbs to create a longer succession of flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Narcissus 'Fortune'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring garden borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatio pots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCottage gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed bulb displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalised planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strong contrast between the yellow petals and reddish-orange cup makes 'Fortune' particularly effective when planted in groups or generous drifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant bulbs in autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny or partially shaded position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant approximately 10–15cm deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace bulbs around 10cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater after planting if conditions are particularly dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce flowering has finished, remove faded blooms but allow the foliage to yellow and die back naturally. This allows the bulbs to store energy for the following year's flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Fortune'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold yellow and reddish-orange flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive long, large cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly March flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for borders and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable perennial spring colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a traditional-looking daffodil with stronger colour contrast, \u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Fortune' combines clear yellow petals with a rich reddish-orange cup for a vibrant early spring display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"25kg","offer_id":62373058838915,"sku":"JA-N0850","price":84.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/Narcissus-Red-Devon-fortune-e1621590354812_dce0f11d-2ff2-4642-82c5-355224793fc1.jpg?v=1786965302","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/narcissus-fortune-bulbs","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}