Ara daffodil

Narcissus 'Ara'

BulbAmaryllidaceae

Ara daffodil
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantDrought tolerantSalt tolerantFragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 18 inches tall9+ inches wide
Bloom season
Spring, winter
Bloom color
Ivory perianth with pale yellow trumpet
Soil types
Sand, loam, clay

Garden uses

AccentBorderContainerCottage gardenCut flowerGround coverRock gardenWinter interest

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Ara' daffodil (Narcissus 'Ara') is a bulb for borders, cut flowers, containers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and sandy, loamy, or clay soil. The fragrant ivory flowers have a pale yellow trumpet and attract bees and butterflies. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. W.F. Leenen & Zn. bred it.

Pairs well with Black Hero tulip, Clustered bellflower, and Prairie dropseed.