Spring Has Sprung!

And they are the ultimate sign of spring, along with robins and (if we’re lucky) warmer weather.

A lovely mix of miniature daffodils and miniature iris, about to bloom.

Daffodils belong to the genus Narcissus, which is also one of the most common common names. Like many garden plants, there are numerous species, subspecies, and cultivars. You will hear people refer to daffodils, jonquils, and yes, narcissus. There is also a charming series (shown in this photo of my sister’s patio) of miniature daffies, which work really well in containers.  Hers are the cultivar named Tete-a-Tete, which is the best known, but there are many others.