{"product_id":"narcissus-yellow-parrot-bulbs","title":"Narcissus 'Yellow Parrot' Bulbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Yellow Parrot' is a flamboyant split-corona daffodil producing large, bright yellow flowers with a dramatically divided and ruffled centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowering in April and reaching around 40–50cm tall, its unusual flower form gives this variety plenty of character. It is an excellent choice for spring borders, containers and cut flower displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–50cm\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 bright, rich yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGroup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Split-Corona daffodil\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 'Yellow Parrot'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Yellow Parrot' takes the familiar golden colouring of a traditional daffodil and combines it with a much more elaborate flower form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe broad outer petals are a clear, rich yellow, while the central corona is divided into irregular, heavily ruffled segments. Rather than forming a conventional trumpet, these segments spread outwards across the petals, creating a full and almost double-flowered appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe folds and frills of the corona give the centre plenty of texture, with slightly deeper golden tones adding further depth to the flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Yellow Parrot' belongs to the Split-Corona group of daffodils. Varieties in this group are distinguished by a corona that is split for at least one-third of its length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 40–50cm tall, it has enough height to stand out amongst other spring bulbs and emerging perennials without becoming difficult to accommodate in a mixed border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring-flowering \u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e can contribute to a varied garden, although the elaborate centre of split-corona cultivars may be less accessible to pollinators than simpler, open flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds floral diversity to spring planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be combined with more accessible pollinator-friendly flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks well as part of a longer succession of spring blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombine 'Yellow Parrot' with crocuses, muscari and other open-flowered spring plants to provide easier sources of pollen and nectar for visiting insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Narcissus 'Yellow Parrot'\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\u003eAlong paths and entrances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut flower gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unusual ruffled flowers are particularly effective when planted somewhere they can be appreciated at close range. Groups near the front of a border or in large patio pots will show off their intricate centres particularly well.\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\u003ePlant in groups for the strongest visual impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter flowering, remove faded blooms but allow the foliage to yellow and die back naturally. The leaves continue feeding the bulbs after flowering, helping them build up reserves for the following spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Yellow Parrot'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright, rich yellow flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnusual split-corona flower form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavily ruffled and textured centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold 40–50cm growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers during April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for borders, pots and cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like classic yellow daffodils but want something with a more unusual flower shape, \u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Yellow Parrot' is an excellent choice. Its rich golden colouring and dramatically split, ruffled centre create an eye-catching display in the April garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":62373065097603,"sku":"JA-N3680x10","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Bulbs","offer_id":62373065130371,"sku":"JA-N3680x100","price":89.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Bulbs","offer_id":62373065163139,"sku":"JA-N3680x1000","price":759.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/N3680_Narcissus_Yellow_Parrot.webp?v=1787302508","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/narcissus-yellow-parrot-bulbs","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}