Daffodil longevity
James Waddick (Mon, 16 Aug 2004 06:30:05 PDT)
I didn't realize that hybrid daffodils had particular longevity
problems in the ordinary garden, although this problem is what led
me to give up on tall bearded iris hybrids.
Dear All;
I share Jane's wonder about this problem. Having just ranted
about the ease of growing Lycoris, I repeat that most Daffodils are
easy and long lived in this climate. Appearance of short longevity
may just indicate the unsuitability of that species or cv for your
climate.
I know I can't grow bulbicodiums or cantabricus' outdoors in
the open garden (and others as well) A few I am willing to put in the
effort to grow in a cool greenhouse for mid-winter blooms. even then
they are long lived and pest free.
Daffodil clumps persist long after old farm houses have
crumbled to oblivion in my area.
Best Jim W.
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Dr. James W. Waddick
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Kansas City Missouri 64152-2711
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