The Daffodil 'Lucifer' is new to our collection, but this historic daffodil has proven its worth since the 1890s! This Victorian-era treasure was born in Ireland, and its fiery cup against pale petals has kept it in gardens for well over a century.
Blooms: The long white petals are more loosely arranged, giving this daffodil a more relaxed, old-fashioned appearance. The orange cup seems to "bleed" onto the white petals as the bloom ages. Look for flowers early in the daffodil season on stems about 16-18" tall.
Planting: Plant the bulb like most daffodils in 6+ hours of winter sun, well-drained soil, avoid standing water, and avoid too much competition. Plant the bulbs about 2-3 times the height of the bulb deep (so if the bulb is 1 inch tall, plant it 2-3 inches deep). If you are farther north and get very cold during the winter, you may want to plant it about 4-6 inches deep. Space the holes about 3-6 inches apart, and for a more natural looking display, consider planting 2-3 bulbs in each hole.
Landscaping Tip: Narcissus bloom at different times so as one daffodil is ending its bloom time another is just beginning. We like to say that "there is a bulb that blooms every week of the year in warmer climates." Your garden can have consistent flowers that you can enjoy inside or outside for months and carry you all the way from February through April.
Fragrance: This Narcissus has a light, sweet fragrance. This fragrance can add an extra dimension of beauty to the flower and make it more attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies.