Charity May daffodil
Narcissus 'Charity May'
G.V.-R.H.S. 1948, G.V.-R.H.S. 1952, G.E.-R.H.S. 1955, G.V.-R.H.S. 1961, G.E.-R.H.S. 1976
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 inches tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, winter
- Bloom color
- Yellow
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Charity May' daffodil (Narcissus 'Charity May') is a bulb for borders, containers, cottage gardens, and cut flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and sandy, loamy, or clay soil. This dwarf bloomer has fragrant yellow flowers with strongly reflexed petals, and C.F. Coleman bred it. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits. Bees and butterflies visit the blooms.
Pairs well with Lily of the valley, Blue fescue, and Paula Fay peony.