large-cupped daffodil

The large-cupped daffodil (Narcissus 'Ambergate') should be watered sparingly, usually only once every 2 weeks. When you do water, make sure the soil is completely saturated. Check the soil before watering and if it is slightly dry, water as soon as possible. Water at the base of the plant, avoiding the foliage, allowing the water to reach the roots. In the hot summer months, the plant may need to be watered more often, up to twice a week. In the cooler months, only water when the soil appears dry.

This species of daffodil requires full to partial sun to thrive. While it can tolerate some afternoon shade, it will produce its most vibrant blooms when it has access to at least 5-6 hours of direct light each day. If planted in full sun, morning sun is best to avoid burning the blooms. The large-cupped daffodil should receive sunlight from early morning to late afternoon for optimal growth and flowering.

Large-cupped daffodil (Narcissus 'Ambergate') should be pruned after flowering in late spring or early summer. Pruning should be fairly minimal as most daffodils require minimal pruning and won't be harmed too much by doing so. It is beneficial to trim back dead or damaged foliage, leaving around 2/3 of the foliage in place. It's also helpful to remove any spent flowers, which can help plants focus energy into producing strong and vibrant flowers for next season. Additionally, it is a good idea to give the plant an overall light trim, especially in cases where the plant is becoming too crowded. Lastly, it is important to make sure that the remaining foliage is not blocking any nearby plants from getting sufficient sunlight and air circulation.