{"product_id":"narcissus-sempre-avanti-bulbs","title":"Narcissus 'Sempre Avanti' Bulbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Sempre Avanti' is a striking large-cupped daffodil combining broad, creamy white petals with a vivid orange-red, frilled central cup.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlowering in April and growing to around 35–40cm tall, its strong two-tone colouring makes it an excellent variety for spring borders, containers and cut flower displays.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35–40cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–15cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e creamy white with an orange-red cup\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e April\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGroup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large-Cupped daffodil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun or partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Sempre Avanti'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Sempre Avanti' is a particularly attractive choice for gardeners who enjoy the traditional daffodil shape but want something more colourful than the familiar yellow varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEach upright stem carries a single large flower. Six broad, almost flat perianth segments form a creamy white backdrop around the strongly contrasting central cup.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe corona is a rich orange to orange-red, with deeper colouring towards its prominently frilled edge. A touch of yellow and green towards the throat adds further depth and draws attention to the centre of the flower.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'Sempre Avanti' belongs to the Large-Cupped division of daffodils. These are distinguished by having one flower per stem and a corona measuring more than one-third, but less than the full length, of the surrounding perianth segments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAt around 35–40cm tall, it is a useful medium-sized variety that can be grown successfully in both garden borders and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpring-flowering \u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e can form part of a varied wildlife-friendly garden, particularly when combined with a range of other spring flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlowers may be visited by spring-active pollinating insects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdds floral diversity to April planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCombines well with other pollinator-friendly spring bulbs and perennials\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eTry combining 'Sempre Avanti' with muscari, primroses, forget-me-nots and other open spring flowers to provide a varied display.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Narcissus 'Sempre Avanti'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpring garden borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePatio pots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCottage gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMixed bulb displays\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAlong paths and entrances\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCut flower gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe strong contrast between the pale petals and orange-red centre makes 'Sempre Avanti' particularly effective when planted in groups. It also combines beautifully with blue and purple spring flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant bulbs in autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a position in full sun or partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant approximately 10–15cm deep.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpace bulbs around 10cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant several bulbs together for the strongest display.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter flowering, remove faded blooms but leave the foliage untouched until it has yellowed and died back naturally. This allows the leaves to continue feeding the bulbs and build up reserves for the following year's flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Sempre Avanti'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBold creamy white and orange-red flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge, beautifully frilled central cup\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClassic Large-Cupped daffodil form\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlowers during April\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUseful 35–40cm height\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent for borders, containers and cutting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you want a classic-looking daffodil with a more dramatic colour combination, \u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Sempre Avanti' is an excellent choice. Its creamy white petals and vivid orange-red frilled cup create a bright, eye-catching display in the April garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"25kg","offer_id":62373064212867,"sku":"JA-N2750","price":84.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/N2740_Narcissus_Sempre_Avanti.webp?v=1787304305","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/narcissus-sempre-avanti-bulbs","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}