Spring-flowering bulb; naturalises well in grass and under deciduous trees.
Hardiness ratings
| System | Rating | Temperature range | How to read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDA hardiness zone | Zone 3–9 | −40 °C to −1.1 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| RHS hardiness rating | H7 | down to −20 °C | Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance |
| Canadian plant hardiness zone | Zone 3–8 | −34 °C to −1 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| Australian (ANBG) zone | Zone 1–5 | −15 °C to 10 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
About Daffodil
Daffodils are among the few bulbs that thrive on being left alone, naturalising into large colonies over decades. All parts of the bulb are toxic, which is why they are largely ignored by rodents and deer and why they persist where other bulbs are eaten out. The cut stems release a sap that shortens the life of other flowers in the same vase, so they are usually conditioned separately first. Foliage must be left to die down naturally, because the following year's flower is built from what the leaves make after flowering.
Growing notes
- Foliage must be left to die back naturally for next year's flower
- Reliable returner in cold climates
Pet caution: Daffodil is listed as potentially harmful to cats and/or dogs. Keep pets from grazing on it, and contact a vet if you suspect your animal has eaten some.
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