Narcissus bulbocodium Golden Bells

Elegant hoop-petticoat flowers in rich golden yellow. Native to Iberia, this petite species has a long history in cottage gardens and thrives in well-drained soil, basking in full sun or light shade. Ideal for rockeries, alpine beds, or the front of borders. ‘Golden Bells’ naturalises well and adds a joyful splash of colour when little else is in bloom, a bright herald of spring’s arrival. Deer-resistant and delightfully low maintenance.

Planting Instructions

When to Plant:
Autumn, September to November, before the first frost.

Where to Plant:
Choose a sunny or lightly shaded spot with free-draining soil. Ideal for rock gardens, grassy banks, containers, or under deciduous trees where they’ll receive spring sunlight.

How to Plant:

• Depth: 7–10 cm deep (about three times the height of the bulb)
• Spacing: 8–10 cm apart
• Position: Pointed end facing up

Aftercare:
Water in well after planting. Allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering to feed the bulb for next year. Feed with a low-nitrogen bulb fertiliser in early spring if needed.

TIP: These dainty daffodils dislike heavy, wet soil — if planting in clay, improve drainage with grit or consider potting them up in containers of gritty compost for best results.

Plant Details

Flowering Period:

April

Height:

14” (35cm)

Hardy