Narcissus Ariel (Tazetta Daffodil)

Narcissus ‘Ariel’ (Tazetta Daffodil) is a very fragrant Paperwhite daffodil with clusters of large, pure white flowers, 2 in. across (5 cm), slightly facing down, and adorned with a flat cup. It is not winter hardy but is perfect for producing flowers in a short time when grown indoors and adds beauty inside the house during an otherwise drab time of year.

Narcissus 'Ariel' (Tazetta Daffodil) is a very fragrant Paperwhite daffodil with clusters of large, pure white flowers, 2 in. across (5 cm), slightly facing down, and adorned with a flat cup. It is not winter hardy but is perfect for producing flowers in a short time when grown indoors and adds beauty inside the house during an otherwise drab time of year. In hardiness zones 8-11, however, this charming daffodil can also be planted outside in the garden where it will bloom annually for many years. 

  • Rising to 12-18 in. (30-45 cm), this daffodil typically bears 14-18 blossoms per stem and makes beautiful cut flowers.
  • Widely available in the fall, Paperwhite daffodils are ready to bloom and unlike most bulbs that require a period of dark, cool temperatures, they will grow and bloom almost without waiting!
  • The longer the bulbs are stored, the faster they will turn into blossoms. They might take a month to bloom in planted in November but only 2 weeks if planted in January!
  • Paperwhites do not need any preparation, their only requirement in life is water! They grow easily in average, medium, well-drained soils (or gravel) in good daylight (no need for direct sunlight). Temperature around 60°F – 65°F is perfect for flower development.
  • Paperwhite bulbs cannot be saved for another season, so you can dispose of them once they are no longer attractive.
  • Pick and choose the attributes you like best from a range of different varieties. Buy paperwhites in fall and early winter – pot them up in batches to enjoy all season.
  • Ingestion may cause severe discomfort. Can also be a skin irritant.
  • Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.

Requirements

Hardiness 8
– 11

Heat Zones 1
– 9

Climate Zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Bulbs
Plant Family Narcissus – Daffodils
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early)Winter
Height 1'
– 2'
(30cm
– 60cm)
Spread 2"
– 3"
(5cm
– 7cm)
Spacing 2″
– 3″
(5cm
– 7cm)
Depth 2"
– 3"
(5cm
– 7cm)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy
Tolerance Deer, Drought, Rabbit
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers