Narcissus 'St Keverne' is a strong and reliable daffodil, producing large, showy flowers in a vibrant golden yellow.
Growing to around 45cm tall, its bold, long-lasting blooms make an impressive spring display. Easy to incorporate into a wide range of planting schemes, 'St Keverne' is particularly good for naturalising, mass planting and traditional spring borders.
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Height: about 45cm
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Spread: 10–15cm
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Flower colour: rich golden yellow
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Flowering time: spring
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Habit: upright and clump-forming
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Position: full sun or partial shade
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Soil: moist but well-drained soil
About Narcissus 'St Keverne'
Narcissus 'St Keverne' is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a classic golden daffodil with plenty of impact.
The large flowers are a rich, clear yellow, with broad outer petals surrounding a prominent trumpet-like cup. The corona opens widely towards the end and has an attractively flared and lightly ruffled rim.
The flowers are held on strong, upright stems above a dense clump of dark green to grey-green, strap-shaped foliage.
One of the strengths of 'St Keverne' is the longevity of its blooms. The substantial flowers provide a dependable splash of golden colour and look particularly impressive when bulbs are planted together in generous groups.
At around 45cm tall, it has enough height to make an impact in larger borders and landscaping schemes while remaining suitable for more traditional garden planting.
Benefits for UK Wildlife
Spring-flowering Narcissus can form part of a varied wildlife-friendly garden.
- Flowers may be visited by spring-pollinating insects
- Adds floral diversity to spring planting
- Works well alongside other early flowering bulbs and perennials
Combine 'St Keverne' with crocuses, muscari, primroses and other spring flowers to create a longer succession of blooms.
Where to Grow Narcissus 'St Keverne'
- Garden beds and borders
- Naturalised areas
- Informal grassy planting
- Cottage gardens
- Under deciduous trees and shrubs
- Large-scale landscaping schemes
'St Keverne' is particularly well suited to naturalising. Plant bulbs in informal groups or drifts and, where conditions suit them, they can establish into increasingly impressive displays over the years.
Planting Tips
- Plant bulbs in autumn.
- Choose a position in full sun or partial shade.
- Plant approximately 10–15cm deep.
- Space bulbs around 10cm apart.
- Choose soil that drains freely but retains some moisture during active growth.
- Plant in generous groups for the strongest visual impact.
This adaptable variety will tolerate a wide range of garden soils provided they are not permanently waterlogged. Some moisture during the growing season will help support strong growth and flowering.
After flowering, remove faded blooms but allow the foliage to yellow and die back naturally. This gives the leaves time to replenish the bulbs ready for the following year's display.
Why Grow Narcissus 'St Keverne'
- Large, showy golden-yellow flowers
- Bold flared trumpet-like cups
- Long-lasting spring blooms
- Strong upright growth to around 45cm
- Excellent for naturalising
- Ideal for beds, borders and landscaping
If you are looking for a dependable golden daffodil for planting in quantity, Narcissus 'St Keverne' is an excellent choice. Its large, vibrant yellow flowers, strong growth and suitability for naturalising make it a versatile variety for creating impressive spring displays year after year.
