11 Daffodil Facts You Need to Know

Discover the length of time that daffodils bloom, the depth at which daffodil bulbs should be planted, the locations of daffodil festivals, and other fascinating information about daffodils. 

The cup- or trumpet-shaped corona of a daffodil is surrounded by three petals and three sepals, which are the botanical characteristics that distinguish it from other flowers. 

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What Do Daffodils Look Like?

Also, a narcissus and a daffodil are the same plant, so there is no difference between them. The scientific name for this flower is Narcissus, but most people just call it a daffodil. 

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What Are These Flowers Really Called?

Fall daffodil planting should be done in sunny, well-drained areas. Dig 12 inches deep, adjust soil if needed, and plant bulbs with the pointy end at least twice as deep as the bulb. Before winter, plant them. 

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How Deep Should You Plant Daffodil Bulbs?

You can move daffodils to a different part of your yard. Eight weeks after the spring flowers die off, dig up the roots. Make sure the leaves and roots don't get hurt. 

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When Is the Best Time to Transplant Daffodils?

Miniature daffodils have flowers that are about half an inch across and have more than two blooms on each stem. After reading these interesting flower facts, read these interesting tulip facts. 

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Try Miniature Daffodils for Small Garden

Depending on both your region and the cultivar, the blooming time can vary quite a bit. The majority of daffodils will continue to bloom for a period of up to six weeks. 

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How Long Do Daffodils Bloom?

The daffodils you plant will continue to bring you pleasure for many years to come. A field of naturalised daffodils that is flourishing can continue to bloom for as long as fifty years. 

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Are Daffodils Perennials?

Daffodil from Timber Press author Noel Kingsbury recommends Carlton, Dutch Master, Golden Rapture, King Alfred, Kingscourt, Marieke, and St. Keverne as good all-around types. 

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What Are the Best Daffodil Varieties?

Definitely one of the most shocking daffodil facts! Over 25,000 daffodil cultivars and 200 species exist. Daffodils come in 13 varieties: large- and small-cupped, double, jonquilla, and trumpet. 

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You’ll Never Run Out of New Daffodils to Grow

Daffodils can destroy tulips and roses in a vase due to a chemical component. Soak daffodils for at least an hour without recutting the stems to reduce this effect. 

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Take Care With Daffodils in Arrangement

The American Daffodil Society was founded in 1954 to promote daffodil study and education. Did you know March's birth flower is daffodils? Discover March birthday daffodil presents that make people smile.  

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What is the American Daffodil Society?

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