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Daffodil

Narcissus spp.

Also known as: jonquil, narcissus

Dependable spring bulb with trumpet-shaped yellow or white flowers. Deer and rodent proof. Naturalizes readily.

Daffodil

Growing Requirements

SunFull Sun
WaterLow
Soil Type
Soil Drainage
Soil pH
Plant Spacing4–6″
Row Spacing6–12″
Planting Depth6–8″
Height6–20″
Spread3–6″
✓ Container Friendly✓ Raised Bed Friendly

Planting Schedule

Fall Sow

6–8 weeks before first frost

Days to Harvest

150–210 days

Zone Suitability

USDA Hardiness Zones

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

Zones 3–9

Can overwinter in appropriate zones

Perennial in zones 3–9

Plant bulbs in fall 6–8 inches deep. Do not cut foliage until it yellows. Deer and rodent proof. All parts toxic if ingested.

Companion Plants

No companion data available for this plant yet.

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