Snowflakes (Leucojum)
Image Credit:  North Carolina State Extension Office

“Snowflakes (Leucojum) have white bells and green dots and are very common pass-along bulbs in the South.” John Rushing Mississippi Gardening Facebook Post – February 16. 2024

Narcissi Miniature ‘Tete a Tete’ Daffodil
Image Credit: Votaniki

Lent lily (Narcissus pseudo narcissus)
Image Credit: De Warrande

Words about Jonquils and Daffodils that Grow Well in Mississippi — According to John Rushing

Before I saw Rushing’s post about the spring bulbs that are best for Mississippi, I randomly ordered some bulbs from Brecks. I regret that decision now, but following is a list of the other bulbs in my garden now:

Persian Blue Allium
Image Credit: Breck’s
Height: 34″ – 36″

Ruby Giant Crocus
Image Credit: Breck’s
Height: 4″ – 6″

“One of our perennial favourites, this award-winning plant is ideal for naturalizing in grassy areas and under tall trees. Its small, cup- shaped flowers, which measure around 2″ across, showcase a velvety deep purple colour with a hint of violet.” Breck’s

Mixed Daffoils Super Sak
Image Credit: Breck’s
Height: 16″ – 20″

“This colourful assortment includes traditional yellow daffodils, varieties with gorgeous double blooms, and stunning large- and small-cupped blooms with contrasting colours! Perfect for naturalizing, this Super Sak mixture will provide you with week after week of landscape beauty and bright bouquets.” Breck’s

I like to know exactly what is growing in my garden, and grab bags have never been appealing to me. But in the above photo, it seems that I might have the following of Breck’s daffodils:

Salome Daffodil
Image Credit: Breck’s
Height: 18″

Breck’s lists this variety as one the best bulbs for naturalizing.

“Fragrant, elegant and dependable—truly cream of the crop. Beautifully shaped blooms combine creamy white petals with large cups that turn apricot pink when mature. Large, 3½” flowers last up to 18 days in the garden or vase. Naturalizes readily; multiplies yearly.

“Temperatures affect daffodil colors. Warmer spring temperatures really bring out the pink or salmon-pink hues in pink daffodils, while cooler temperature bring out their orange tones.” Breck’s

How to Naturalize Daffodils

“Daffodils“Daffodils prefer sunny locations, although open shade will not prove to be a big detriment. For best naturalization, plant in a well-drained area. Raised beds rich in organic matter are perfect for combining pansies and daffodils.