Species double daffodil Guide
White flower with yellow center, green-lime petiole and buds, green leaves and stems

double daffodil

Narcissus 'Cheerfulness'

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Offsets,Seed Propagation,Bulbils,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

Cream white Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Double daffodils (Narcissus 'Cheerfulness') should be watered regularly to ensure optimal health. During the active growing season, water plants deeply and thoroughly once or twice a week. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. In hotter climates, more frequent waterings may be necessary. During the dormant season, reduce watering to once a month or less. Too much water can lead to root rot or other fungal diseases.

sunlight

Double daffodil (Narcissus 'Cheerfulness') is a bright and cheerful variety of daffodil that typically thrives in full sun. A minimum of 6 hours of direct sun each day is best for optimal growth and blooming. When planted in partial shade or under an overhead canopy, double daffodils will likely experience a shorter flowering season and limited growth. Planting in shifts, on the south or east side of a house, or near a trellis can provide just enough extra light for the double daffodil to put on an impressive show.

pruning

Pruning a Double Daffodil (Narcissus 'Cheerfulness') requires the gardener to be mindful of the plant's bloom time. Deadheading should be done immediately after the blooms have faded to ensure best flowering in the following year. Once the flowers have faded, remove the entire stem, cutting just above the foliage. In late Fall or Winter, you may also need to prune away any dead foliage or stems that overwintered. Be sure to leave some foliage in order to nourish the bulb and prepare it for next year’s blooms.