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Water consistently during active growth, especially in dry periods. Ensure good drainage to prevent bulb rot. Reduce watering as foliage dies back.
Also known as Daffodil
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Narcissus spp. are spring-blooming perennial plants in the Amaryllidaceae family, known for their distinctive trumpet-shaped flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
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At least 6 hours of direct sun daily is ideal.
Water regularly during growth, allow slight drying between waterings.
100% intensity
Reduce watering as foliage yellows.
Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.
50% intensity
Ideal growing temperatures are between 10-18°C.
100% intensity
Requires a cold period for vernalization.
Outdoor, Indoor
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Feed in early spring and after flowering.
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Use a balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently during active growth, especially in dry periods. Ensure good drainage to prevent bulb rot. Reduce watering as foliage dies back.
Remove spent flowers (deadheading) to prevent seed formation and conserve energy. Allow foliage to die back naturally; do not cut it until it has turned yellow and withered.
Easily propagated by dividing overcrowded clumps of bulbs after the foliage has died back. Can also be grown from seed, but flowering may take several years.
For potted daffodils, repot every 2-3 years in fresh potting mix after the foliage has died back. Ensure the pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Narcissus Spp. (Narcissus spp.)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Narcissus |
| Species | Narcissus spp. |
Similar in genus Narcissus
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