Daffodils!
It's Daffodil planting time! Daffodil bulbs are available in the Fall, and need to be planted in the ground in the Fall before the first hard frost. Daffodils require a cold period in order to form roots.
It is best to wait until the outside temperature does not get above 65 degrees anymore. Light morning frosts will not hurt the planted Daffodil bulbs.
Having the right pH level in your soil is important to bring out the true flower color of Daffodils. The ideal pH level for Daffodil bulbs is between 6 and 7. To check your pH level, bring a soil sample to your local garden center or purchase an inexpensive testing kit
Daffodils are at their best in irregular plantings and random spacing. Overcrowded plantings will reduce the bulbs ability to reproduce more bulbs and flower each year.
Choose a site which receives at least 4-6 hours of sunlight each day and is well-drained.
Plant Daffodils 4 - 6" apart and 6" deep.
Water frequently in spring. Cover with mulch in winter. Peat moss, pine needles, leaves, straw or grass cuttings are good materials to use.
Daffodil bulbs are only available during the Fall, after they are harvested in Holland over the summer, inspected and then packed for shipment to the United States. If Daffodil bulbs are not planted within a year after harvesting from Holland, the bulb will have been dormant for too long and its chances of being able to form roots again will be minimal.
After flowering, Daffodils store food in their underground organs so they can grow again the following year. Let the leaves die down naturally, do not cut them off or mow over them. After the Daffodils have bloomed it is important to let them rest because during this period, the bulb is gathering nutrients from the soil and leaves, and growing so that it can bloom again next year.
Planting Daffodils in Containers
Use a potting mix composed of peat, perlite and/or vermiculite.
Be sure the soil is damp, but not soaking wet, when planting Daffodil bulbs.
Place the Daffodil bulbs 6 inches deep in the container. Be sure that the bulbs don't touch each other or the sides of the container.
Water the container regularly--don't let it dry out.
Daffodil bulbs need about 3 months of cold weather. If you live in a colder zone, put the container outside and let Mother Nature do the work. In warmer zones, put the container in the refrigerator. In the coldest zones, bury the container in the ground to protect the Daffodil bulbs during freezing weather.
Can I Grow Daffodils In A Warm Climate That Does Not Freeze?
weeks if necessary until you are ready to plant.)
Do not store the Daffodil bulbs with any fruit, as the ethylene gas given off by all ripening fruit will kill the flower inside the Daffodil bulbs.
Plant the Daffodils a little deeper than the normal 6 inches, and add some mulch to help retain moisture.
Water the garden regularly especially if you live in a dry area as you do not have the benefit of melting snow that the Northern flower gardens enjoy.
In the warmer climates, most bulbs will not be able to survive extremely hot summers, so they needed to be treated like annuals or dug up and replanted the following December or January.
Come Enjoy The Beautiful Daffodil Flowers With Me
I personally don't have many Daffodils in my 2000 sq. ft. flower garden, but after researching and finding these gorgeous flowers, I definately want more Daffodils!
Daydream with me, and picture some of these beauties blooming in your flower garden next Spring!
Of course, they are available to you just by clicking each picture or title!
Jan. 2008 update
BOY! After all the hard work I did on this page, my suppliers decide to yank the picture of any daffodils that are sold out! I apologize visitors, if you don't see a beautiful daffodil picture to go with the description, that means it's sold out. (It really was a gorgeous page with big beautiful photos!)
April 2008 update
I've got 1 little bunch of daffodils coming up in my flowergarden. Just as soon as it blooms, I'll put the photo here for you to see! I moved my hyacinth, tulips, crocus, and little purple lollipops bulbs into different places this last Fall. Now that's done, I'll be able to concentrate on adding daffodils for next Springs' blooms.
May 2008
I've decided I will manually insert each daffodil photo back onto this page, so you can at least see how beautiful they are. Please don't be disappointed if you click the link and find that the flower is sold out.
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Avalon Daffodil
Mid-Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 16-18" Daffodil Height, 6" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8, Fall Shipping.
Unusual: Color changes in this Daffodil and softens daily. Multiplies to form larger clumps every year.
Mirar Daffodil
Early Spring to Mid-Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 14-16" Daffodil Height,
6" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8, Fall Shipping.
New for 2007! Gorgeous, large-cupped Daffodil flowers-there's so much ruffling in the cup that it looks like a double daffodil. Fragrant, 4" blooms are long-lasting.
Dutch Master Daffodil
Early Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 16-18" Daffodil Height, 6" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8, Fall Shipping.
Immense blooms on tall plants. Radiant, purest yellow Daffodil that's slow to fade. Excellent for naturalizing, and good for forcing (indoor bloom).
Raspberry Ring Daffodil
Early Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 16-18" Daffodil Height, 6" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8, Fall Shipping.
Unusual color among daffodils. Sure to add distinction to bouquets.
Decoy Daffodil
Mid-Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 13-15" Daffodil Height, 6" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8, Fall Shipping.
These Daffodil cups are richest, dark pink yet! Fresh new look for naturalizing. A superb accent in homegrown bouquets.
Monza Daffodil
Early Spring to Mid-Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 18-20" Daffodil Height,
6" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8. Fall Shipping.
This Daffodil was the Winner of Award of Garden Merit from Royal Horticultural Society. Ruffled, double blooms fill the air with fragrance.
Intrigue Daffodil
Mid-Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 10-12" Daffodil Height, 6" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8, Fall Shipping.
Rare flower really "pops". Novel reverse coloration attracts raves! Three Daffodil flowers per stem!
Double Gold Medal Daffodil
Mid-Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 14-16" Daffodil Height, 6" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8, Fall Shipping.
New for 2007 and exclusive to Dutch Gardens! Special double Daffodil variety brings long-lasting color to your flower garden. 4-5" flowers are so fluffy and sweet-scented that they resemble carnations.
Apricot Whirl Daffodil
Early Spring to Mid-Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 14-16" Daffodil Height,
6" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8, Fall Shipping.
Double form with petals that resemble butterfly wings. This beautiful Daffodil has a light, sweet scent.
Czardas Daffodil
Early Spring to Mid-Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 16-18" Daffodil Height,
6" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8, Fall Shipping.
New for 2007! Smashing, large-cupped Daffodil variety with a full, ruffled cup.
Golden Ducat Daffodil
Mid-Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 14-18" Daffodil Height, 6" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8. Fall Shipping.
Prized for generous blooms and fragrance, some say it's the best double yellow daffodil
Galactic Star Daffodil
Early Spring to Mid-Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 16-18" Daffodil Height,
6" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8, Fall Shipping.
Exclusive to Dutch Gardens! Rated the best bicolor Daffodil ever with crisp, bright, durable color! Withstands spring weather.
Chromacolor Daffodil
Mid-Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 20-22" Daffodil Height, 6" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8, Fall Shipping.
Outstanding Award-Winning Daffodil variety! Color of the cup deepens as the flower matures. Long-lasting blooms resist fading.
Mount Hood Daffodil
Mid-Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 16-18" Daffodil Height, 6" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8, Fall Shipping.
Grow the champion of all white Daffodils! Majestic in the flower garden and vase. Mixes artfully with other flowers.
Orangerie Daffodil
Early Spring to Mid-Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 16-20" Daffodil Height,
6" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8, Fall Shipping.
Improved form with petals that resemble butterfly wings. This beautiful Daffodil has a sweet, fruity fragrance.
Geranium Daffodil
Mid-Spring Blooming, Full Sun to Partial Sun Exposure, 12-14" Daffodil Height, 4-5" Spacing, Hardy in Zones 3-8, Fall Shipping.
Three to five Daffodil flowers per stem! Perfume with luscious fragrance.
8 Yellow River Daffodils
Golden Glow Basket - 8 Yellow River Daffodils
Arrives with 8 pre-planted Yellow River Daffodils in a 12 inch natural basket. Fill any room with the golden glow of this basket bursting with Daffodils for a spring surprise.
8 Double Daffodils
Sunny Spring Basket - 8 Double Daffodils
The handsome woven basket holds 8 double Daffodils to create a room-brightening centerpiece. Perfect for breakfast table, guest room, living room-anywhere in the home. Blossoms in shades of yellows soft pink, and white are crisp and fresh with ruffled centers. 8-inch basket is lined for safe placement on furniture, and the bulbs arrive just sprouted and eager to get growing. Blooms open in just 3 to 4 weeks after arrival. Order right away for your own home, and treat friends and family to the joy of indoor Daffodils.
6 Miniature Tete-a-tete Daffodils
Spring Daffodils Basket - 6 Tete-a-Tete
6 Miniature Tete-a-tete Daffodils pre-planted in a 6 inch natural basket waiting to burst into cheery springtime blooms.
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EverythingMouse
Such a simple flower in many ways - but I didn't realise there were so many varieties. I used to see them a lot more in England that I do here in the US. Great pictures and so much information as usual! Posted July 13, 2008 |
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kab
one of my favorite flowers! Posted July 10, 2008 |
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CherylK
What a pretty lens...I think the Apricot Whirl is my favorite although they're all beautiful. Posted June 23, 2008 |
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mulberry
Great info, love the photos! Posted May 23, 2008 |
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I think daffodils are my fave spring flowers, I love their scent. My garden is covered with them, every time I see daffodil bulbs on sale I buy more. My faves are the vintage ones I think it's called Pesants Eye or something like that, its a white single with a tiny red center, and the fragrance is stroger than any other type I've ever smelt, but they only blossom about once every four years. I have some that had belonged to my grandmother over 70 years ago, but they are still blooming in my garden all these years later. Posted March 10, 2008 |
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