Here they are, the first couple of florets on Narcissus "Autumn Colors".
Happy in the shadow of Acacia salicina, which is also in bloom... a classic desert garden combination!
Wishing you all a good week!
Weather Diary: Fair; High: 86 F (30 C)/Low: 51 F (11 C); Humidity: 15%-57%
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Libby (Monday, 27 November 2017 08:59)
Narcissus already? Oh, how lucky are you!!! I actually have a few sprouts appearing...they were all "gifted" to me by previous resident so I have no idea what they are or to order more of same! But my paperwhites are sprouting nicely inside....
Amy@smallsunnygarden (Monday, 27 November 2017 12:42)
Libby - It must be lovely to move in and already have some established narcissus! :) It's been tough figuring out which will grow best here with little to no freeze, but these were clearly a good choice (though I think half my difficulties have been due to poor watering!).
Kris P (Monday, 27 November 2017 12:56)
So pretty, especially in combination with the Acacia! Your Narcissus are well ahead of ours.
Cathy (Monday, 27 November 2017 13:34)
What a pretty one, and how lovely to see a Narcissi so early for us, and yet judging from its name it is on time for you!
Diana Studer (Monday, 27 November 2017 16:29)
Is the Acacia from Australia or local?
Brian Skeys (Tuesday, 28 November 2017 03:35)
That’s a cutie.
Amy@smallsunnygarden (Tuesday, 28 November 2017 14:11)
Thanks, Kris! I've been hoping for an early showing, as they are among the earliest on Bill Welch's narcissus list. But yesterday I found a couple of blooms open on the double "Golden Rain" as well! :) Since I saw your comments on getting your irises to bloom, I've been concentrating more on making sure my bulbs get enough water when the buds are forming - so far, much better!
Amy@smallsunnygarden (Tuesday, 28 November 2017 15:58)
Cathy - I believe it's been hybridized from early-blooming Mediterranean species, which makes it an excellent choice for a low-winter-chill garden. I am always on the hunt for suitable bulbs here! ;-)
Amy@smallsunnygarden (Tuesday, 28 November 2017 15:59)
Diana - It's an Australian species. There are many wonderful native Acacias here, but they tend to have one thing in common: thorns! The Australian Acacias, on the other hand, tend to be unarmed so better for a location like this near a path. :)
Amy@smallsunnygarden (Tuesday, 28 November 2017 16:00)
Brian - Isn't it?! ;-) I love the smaller narcissus varieties...