🌼 Narcissus 'Sizzling Fire' (5 bulbs) – Orange flame & vibrant contrast ✨ Submitted by Van Noort
Narcissus 'Sizzling Fire' is a high-contrast variety , ideal for adding depth and warmth to your spring scenes. Its large white flowers are highlighted by a central crown fringed with an intense orange , almost flame red. This striking contrast captures the light and energizes beds, borders and bouquets. Narcissus 'Sizzling Fire' for bright gardens , it flowers faithfully every year, in full sun or partial shade, in well-drained soil . Weather-resistant, hardy and easy to grow, it is also superb as a cut flower. A lively, expressive variety, full of character. 🔥
🌱 Characteristics of the Narcissus 'Sizzling Fire'
📏 Height : 35 to 45 cm
☀️ Exposure : Full sun to partial shade
🌡 Hardiness : Zone 3 and above
🦌 Deer resistance : Excellent
💧 Water requirements : Moderate, soil drained in spring
📍 Ideal soil : Light, humus-rich, well-drained
📦 Quantity : 5 bulbs
🌿 Planting and growing narcissus 'Sizzling Fire'
🔹 When to plant?
🗓️ In the fall, from September to November
🔹 in open ground:
✔️ Ideal for sunny beds, bright borders, or contrasting scenes
✔️ Pair with purple tulips, grape hyacinths or blue forget-me-nots
🔹 in a pot:
✔️ Superb in a deep container on a terrace or balcony
✔️ Combine with other spring bulbs for a vibrant effect
🔹 How to plant?
1️⃣ Depth : 10 to 15 cm
2️⃣ Spacing : 10 to 12 cm
3️⃣ Watering : Light after planting, then moderate in spring
💡 Tip : Plant it in groups to maximize the visual impact of its flamboyant crown.
🌿 Caring for the 'Sizzling Fire' Narcissus
💦 Watering : Moderate, avoid stagnant humidity
🌱 Fertilizer : Compost or bulb fertilizer in the fall
✂️ Pruning : Allow the foliage to turn completely yellow before cutting.
❄️ Wintering : No care required, very hardy
💡 Why choose the 'Sizzling Fire' narcissus?
✅ Flowering : White & intense orange, very contrasting
✅ Use : Massive, pot, vibrant bouquet
✅ Visual effect : Warm, dynamic, expressive
✅ Hardiness : Excellent behavior in cold climates
✨ Add a touch of fire to your spring blooms with the 'Sizzling Fire' narcissus, offered by Van Noort. A dazzling contrast for a vibrant spring . ✨
🌿 Combinations : Dark tulips, blue grape hyacinths, forget-me-nots or gray foliage for a dramatic and refined effect. 😊