Narcissus Ice King
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🌼 Narcissus 'Ice King' (5 bulbs) – White crown with a royal golden heart ✨ Submitted by Van Noort
The 'Ice King' narcissus is a majestic double variety , with an opulent and luminous look. Its early flowering reveals large creamy white flowers with a golden yellow fringed heart , giving the effect of a bright frosted crown. Very floriferous, wind resistant, and ultra hardy, the 'Ice King' narcissus for a bright bed or royal bouquet , it makes a sensation from the first days of spring. It thrives in full sun or partial shade , in well-drained soil , and returns faithfully every year. An essential classic, between snow and sun. ❄️👑
🌱 Characteristics of the 'Ice King' narcissus
📏 Height : 35 to 45 cm
☀️ Exposure : Full sun to partial shade
🌡 Hardiness : Zone 3 and above
🦌 Deer resistance : Excellent
💧 Water requirements : Moderate
📍 Ideal soil : Light, humus-rich, well-drained
📦 Quantity : 5 bulbs
🌿 Planting and growing the 'Ice King' narcissus
🔹 When to plant?
🗓️ From September to November
🔹 in open ground:
✔️ Narcissus Ice King for structured clumps or spring borders
✔️ Pair with white tulips, forget-me-nots, grape hyacinths or scilla for a fresh and elegant scene
🔹 in a pot:
✔️ Potted Narcissus Ice King : perfect for deep planters, sunny terraces or balconies
✔️ Combine with small bulbs for dense and natural flowering
🔹 How to plant?
1️⃣ Planting depth : 10 to 15 cm
2️⃣ Recommended spacing : 10 to 12 cm
3️⃣ Watering after planting : Light to moderate depending on the weather
💡 Growing tip : Plant it in groups of 5 to 10 for a generous, “natural bouquet” effect.
🌿Caring for the 'Ice King' Narcissus
💦 Watering in spring : Moderate, avoid stagnant moisture
🌱 Add compost : In the fall or early spring to support flowering
✂️ Foliage care : Let it turn completely yellow before cutting it
❄️ Wintering : No care required, very hardy and reliable bulb
💡 Why choose the 'Ice King' narcissus?
✅ Double white and gold narcissus with a very decorative effect
✅ Ideal for spring flowerbeds , bouquets or patio pots
✅ Early and generous flowering from April
✅ Minimal maintenance , perfect for beginner or busy gardeners
✨ Bring radiance, volume, and refinement to your spring scenes with the 'Ice King' narcissus, offered by Van Noort. A snow king for a luminous spring. ✨
🌿 Recommended combinations : 'White Triumphator' tulips, blue grape hyacinths, forget-me-nots, scilla or hyacinths for a soft and bright scene. 😊