Double Narcissus, Double Daffodil 'Tahiti'

Narcissus

Family
Amaryllidaceae (am-uh-ril-id-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Narcissus (nar-SIS-us)
Synonym
Spacing
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Hardiness
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Sun Exposure
USDA Zone 3a: to -39.9 °C (-40 °F)
USDA Zone 3b: to -37.2 °C (-35 °F)
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Danger
Full Sun
Bloom Color
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Bloom Time
Red-Orange
Bright Yellow
Foliage
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Spring
Sun Exposure
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Non-patented
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
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Bloom Time
Other Details
Other details
Herbaceous
This plant is resistant to deer
Smooth
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Bulbs
Where to Grow
Seed Collecting
Fruit Shape
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Fruit Size
Fruit Colors
Growing Habit
Days to Maturity
Seed Type
Disease Resistance
Leaf Type
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Other details
Propagation Methods
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Flower Size
Flower Type
Blooming Habit
Foliage Habit
Color Patterns
Awards (if applicable)
Seed Type
Division 4 - Double
Growth Habit
Days to Maturity
Awards (if applicable)
Bloom Shape
Other Details
Pruning Instructions
Kernel Color
Flower Shape
Flower Habit
Bloom Size
Color Pattern
Bloom Shape
Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Seed Type
Flower Size
Size/Type
Flower Characteristics
Leaf Shape/Type
Leaf Texture
Leaf Color
Propagation
Pollination
Bearing Habit
Rootstock Vigor
Disease Resistance
Fruit Usage
Blue-Green
Classification
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Flowers are fragrant
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Cazadero, California

GARBERVILLE, California

Irvine, California

Woodland, California

Clifton, Colorado

Fort Collins, Colorado

Washington, District of Columbia

Braselton, Georgia

Cordele, Georgia

Dacula, Georgia

Decatur, Georgia

Wrens, Georgia

Algonquin, Illinois

Chicago, Illinois

Downers Grove, Illinois

Washington, Illinois

Barbourville, Kentucky

Durham, Maine

South China, Maine

Royal Oak, Michigan

Morehead City, North Carolina

Belfield, North Dakota

Glouster, Ohio

Toledo, Ohio

Hugo, Oklahoma

, Ontario

Portland, Oregon

Butler, Pennsylvania

Meshoppen, Pennsylvania

Clarksville, Tennessee

Fate, Texas

Houston, Texas

Provo, Utah

Leesburg, Virginia

Locust Dale, Virginia

Weber City, Virginia

Issaquah, Washington

North Bend, Washington

Seattle, Washington

Cameron, Wisconsin

New Lisbon, Wisconsin

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Gardener's Notes:

8
positives
1
neutral
0
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Dearborn Heights, MI (Zone 6a) | May 2015 | neutral

Award(s)
PC 1956
FCC(e) 1961
AGM 1995
AM Haarlem 1961
FCC Haarlem 1961
Wister Award 200...Read More

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Cameron, WI (Zone 3b) | April 2012 | positive

Really striking bright colors, sunshine yellow and Kraft macaroni orange. Love this daff!

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(Zone 5a) | July 2011 | positive

A very attractive daffodil. Blooms in April-May in my garden.

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Downers Grove, IL (Zone 5a) | May 2011 | positive

This Double Narcissus, Double Daffodil 'Tahiti' was originally ordered thru a bulb company back in 2002. It is doing great in my garden a...Read More

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Algonquin, IL (Zone 5a) | April 2010 | positive

Unbelievably Beautiful!
I just planted these in Autumn 2009, 10 from "Brent & Becky's Bulbs" &10 from another nursery. The ones f...Read More

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Seattle, WA | April 2009 | positive

Tahiti is now in full bloom in the Pacific Northwest. These are splendid flowers, and easy care. Plant the bulbs where they will receiv...Read More

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Lakemont, GA (Zone 8a) | March 2006 | positive

I just ID'd this! Several years ago I bought a daff mix. This is the first daff that I have been able to name. I love it as it is bloomin...Read More

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Decatur, GA | March 2005 | positive

I just added it to the garden this season and I love it already. The orange sections emphasize the many layers (see the pic). The name ...Read More

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Murfreesboro, TN (Zone 7a) | March 2003 | positive

A brightly-colored flower for spring, this variety also has a strong, sweet fragrance.

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