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Daffodil Fragrant Cottage Mixed

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Bring timeless charm, sweet fragrance, and soft colours to your garden with Daffodil Fragrant Cottage Mixed (Narcissus spp.)! This classic collection of spring-flowering daffodils is perfect for creating a traditional cottage garden display. Featuring a delightful mix of fragrant varieties, it showcases soft yellows and creamy whites, beautifully complemented by lush green foliage. Thriving in full sun to partial shade with well-draining soil, these daffodils flourish in cool to mild tropical climates, benefiting from cool winters and warm springs to enhance their display. Naturalising effortlessly over time, they are ideal for borders, beneath trees, in pots, or as cut flowers, filling your home and garden with their uplifting fragrance. Easy to grow and wonderfully aromatic, this mix is a true celebration of spring!

Description

Daffodil Fragrant Cottage Mixed

Daffodils (Narcissus), members of the Amaryllidaceae family, are beloved spring-flowering perennials known for their fragrance and charm. Native to Europe and North Africa, these bulbs thrive in various climates and naturalise effortlessly, returning each year.

Daffodil Fragrant Cottage Mixed is a carefully selected collection of fragrant daffodils, chosen for their captivating scent and timeless appeal. Some varieties produce multiple flowers per stem, while others showcase classic single blooms, creating a layered, lasting display. Due to seasonal availability, selection may vary, but each bloom will contribute to a stunningly perfumed garden.

Uses and Versatility

Fragrant daffodils are highly versatile and well-suited for borders, garden beds, pots, and containers. Their scented blooms create a welcoming atmosphere in gardens and make excellent cut flowers, allowing you to bring their wonderful fragrance indoors. They naturalise beautifully, returning each year with little effort, making them an excellent low-maintenance choice for formal landscapes and naturalised plantings.

Climate Preferences

Daffodils can grow in cool to mild tropical climates but thrive in regions with cold winters and mild springs, where conditions are ideal for strong growth and flowering. Most fragrant varieties are more adaptable and can tolerate warmer climates better than other daffodils. However, in areas with short, hot springs or insufficient winter chill, they are best treated as annuals. In warm regions, pre-chill bulbs for 6–8 weeks before planting to ensure flowering. Keep away from ripening fruit.

When to Plant

Plant from March onwards, ensuring bulbs have time to establish strong roots before winter. Cooler soil temperatures are essential for healthy growth and successful flowering. In warmer regions, planting is best done in late April or May when the summer heat has subsided.

How to Plant

  1. Site Selection: Choose a sunny to partially shaded location with well-draining, nutrient-rich soil.
  2. Planting Depth and Spacing: Plant bulbs 10–15 cm deep and 10–15 cm apart to allow for healthy growth.
  3. Watering: Water thoroughly after planting to settle the soil but avoid overwatering until new growth emerges.

Aftercare

  • Watering: Keep the soil moderately moist during the growing and blooming period, reducing watering as foliage begins to die back.
  • Fertilising: Apply a balanced fertiliser (NPK 6:6:6 or azalea and camellia food) after flowering, before the foliage yellows, to support next season’s blooms.
  • Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to redirect energy back to the bulbs.
  • Foliage: Allow leaves to die back naturally to replenish energy for the next growing season.
  • Mulching: Apply a 5 cm layer of mulch after planting to help retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weeds—especially beneficial in warmer climates to keep the soil cool.

Division and Maintenance

Fragrant daffodils multiply gradually, forming clumps over time. To maintain healthy blooms, bulbs should be divided every 3–5 years or when overcrowding reduces flowering. Lift and separate offsets once the foliage has completely died back, store bulbs in a cool, dry place, and replant in autumn for continued flowering success.

Pests and Diseases

Fragrant daffodils are generally hardy, but may occasionally be affected by:

  • Pests: Aphids, slugs, snails, and Narcissus bulb flies can damage foliage and bulbs.
  • Diseases: Basal rot, grey mould, and viral infections, often linked to excess moisture or poor air circulation.
    To minimise these risks, plant in well-draining soil, ensure good airflow and use organic pest control methods when necessary.

Safety

Daffodils contain lycorine, a toxic compound found in all parts of the plant, especially the bulbs. Ingesting them can cause stomach discomfort, and the sap may irritate the skin. Store bulbs safely and plant them out of reach of children and pets. Wearing gloves when handling bulbs is recommended.

CAUTION: Harmful if eaten/skin and eye irritant.

Supplied as dormant bulbs.

Additional information

Price Code

B – Aqua Pack

Botanical Name

Narcissus

Quantity in Pack

7 Bulbs

Flowering Time

Spring

Planting Time

Plant from March onwards, once the summer heat has passed and the soil has cooled sufficiently.

Growing Height

30-60 cm

Planting Depth

Plant bulbs 10–15 cm deep, or roughly twice their height, and slightly deeper—three times their height—in warmer climates. Avoid shallow planting, as it encourages bulbs to split into offsets prematurely, delaying maturity.

Soil

Plant in well-draining soil that is slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0-7.0). Enrich with compost or well-rotted manure a few weeks before planting. Further improve drainage and prevent compaction by incorporating coarse sand, perlite, or horticultural grit. Adding peat moss or leaf mold will help improve soil texture and slightly acidify the soil.

How to Plant

Choose a location with full sun to partial shade, ensuring afternoon shade in warmer regions. Provide at least 4-6 hours of sunlight daily, as daffodils will not flourish if positioned in too much shade. In cooler climates, provide full sun.
Once the soil is prepared, plant the bulbs 10-15 cm deep, with the pointed end facing up—approximately twice the height of the bulb to ensure proper root development and stability. In warmer climates, plant slightly deeper—three times their height—to protect the bulbs from excessive heat. Space bulbs 10-15 cm apart.

For potted daffodils, you can plant them slightly closer together while leaving enough space between each bulb. A 30 cm pot comfortably fits 10 bulbs, but ensure it is deep enough to accommodate the planting depth daffodils require. Plant them at the same depth as mentioned for garden beds. Water thoroughly to help settle the soil and establish roots.

Optional but beneficial: Apply a moderate layer of mulch after planting to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature, providing an optimal environment for growth.

Watering

After planting, water thoroughly to settle the soil. In areas with very dry winters, apply occasional watering to encourage emergence and maintain bulb health. Otherwise, hold off on watering until signs of growth appear, as excessive moisture during dormancy can lead to rot. Once growth begins, maintain consistent moisture throughout the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings to prevent bulb rot. In regions with heavy rain, plant in raised beds or on slopes to ensure well-draining soil.

As the foliage starts to yellow, gradually reduce watering and cease completely once the foliage has fully died back. During dormancy, apply only light watering in warmer regions during prolonged dry spells to prevent the bulbs from desiccating. In cooler areas, natural rainfall is generally sufficient.

Fertilise

While daffodils aren’t heavy feeders, an annual feed is beneficial. For nutrient-poor soils, incorporate a balanced fertiliser when preparing the soil. If the soil has already been enriched with compost or well-rotted animal manure, this step can be skipped. However, it is recommended to apply a balanced fertiliser such as NPK 6:6:6 or azalea and camellia food after blooms fade but before foliage yellows. This encourages bloom production over excess foliage, replenishes energy stores, and supports healthy growth for the following year.

Important Note: Avoid over-fertilising, as this may lead to excessive leaf growth and reduced blooms. Always water the soil before applying liquid fertiliser or mix it according to packaging instructions to prevent root burn and ensure even nutrient distribution.

Pruning

Deadhead daffodils after flowering to redirect energy to the bulb. Allow foliage to die back naturally, trimming only once it has fully yellowed. Divide clumps every 3-5 years or when flowering decreases by lifting bulbs after foliage dies back, separating offsets, and replanting in well-prepared soil to maintain healthy growth and blooms. Bulbs can also be stored in a cool, well-ventilated, dry environment until planting season if summers are particularly hot or wet.
Daffodils are frost-hardy and can tolerate freezing temperatures during their dormancy and early growth phases. For those in climates that don’t provide the necessary winter chill, treat daffodils as annuals, as they will not reliably flower again without this cooling period.

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