
Description
Daffodil Geranium is a stunning late-season Tazetta daffodil, featuring crystal white petals with vibrant brick-orange cups. Its sweet perfume and sturdy short stems make it perfect for picking and floral arrangements. A naturalising variety, this daffodil will return and multiply year after year, adding long-lasting beauty to your garden.
Why Grow Daffodil Geranium?
✔ Very late-season bloomer – Extends the daffodil flowering season.
✔ Fragrant & elegant – Sweetly scented clusters of striking blooms.
✔ Strong stems & compact growth – Excellent for cut flowers.
✔ Naturalising variety – Multiplies and returns yearly.
✔ Low-maintenance & easy to grow – No refrigeration required.
Growing & Care Guide
- Botanical Name: Narcissus spp.
- Common Name: Daffodil Geranium
- Supplied As: Dormant bulbs
- Height: 30cm
- Width: 15cm
- Division: Tazetta (Div. 8)
- Plant Depth: 5cm
- Spacing: 5–10cm
- Planting Window: March – July
- Flowering Time: Very late season
- Fragrance: Yes
- Cut Flower: Yes
- Growing Zones: VIC, SA, TAS, NSW (except subtropics), QLD (cool regions)
Best Growing Conditions
- Full sun to part shade
- Well-drained soil
- Drought-tolerant once established
- Water during growth, allow foliage to die back naturally
Planting Guide
- Prepare soil to 20cm depth for good drainage.
- Plant bulbs 5cm deep, fat-end down.
- Space bulbs 5–10cm apart for a full display.
- For pots, use high-quality, free-draining potting mix and add gravel at the base for drainage.
Storage & Aftercare
- No refrigeration needed.
- Store bulbs in a cool, dry place before planting.
- Feed as bulbs begin to bloom to support next year’s flowers.
- Leave foliage to fully die down before removing.
Toxicity
Daffodil Geranium is toxic if ingested. Keep bulbs and flowers away from pets and children.
FAQs
Do they need lifting each year? No, they naturalise well and will return yearly.
Can I grow them in pots? Yes, with well-draining soil.
When should I plant them? March–July, with April being ideal.
Do daffodils need refrigeration? No, Daffodil Geranium does not require chilling before planting.