Water
Water moderately during active growth (fall to spring). Allow soil to dry out during summer dormancy to prevent bulb rot.
Also known as Hoop Petticoat · Hoop Petticoat Daffodil · Hoop-Petticoat Daffodil
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Petticoat Daffodil (Narcissus bulbocodium) is a small, charming bulbous perennial with unique, trumpet-less flowers featuring a prominent, flared corona.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Afternoon shade is beneficial in hot climates.
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Water moderately during active growth, allow to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce significantly during summer dormancy.
60% intensity
Requires well-drained, gritty, or sandy soil. It thrives in slightly acidic to neutral pH conditions.
50% intensity
Ideal growing temperatures are between 10-18°C. Tolerates cooler temperatures and requires a cool period for dormancy.
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Outdoor, Greenhouse
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Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season (fall to spring).
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Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 2/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately during active growth (fall to spring). Allow soil to dry out during summer dormancy to prevent bulb rot.
Deadhead spent flowers to prevent seed formation, which can divert energy from the bulb. Cut back foliage only after it has yellowed and died back naturally.
Propagated by offsets (bulblets) separated from the parent bulb during dormancy. Seeds can be sown in autumn, but flowering may take several years.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years, or when they become overcrowded. This is best done in late summer or early autumn after the foliage has died back.
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Photos of Petticoat Daffodil (Narcissus bulbocodium)
Where Petticoat Daffodil (Narcissus bulbocodium) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Narcissus |
| Species | Narcissus bulbocodium |
Similar in genus Narcissus
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