large-cupped daffodil
Narcissus 'Red Aria'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Orange petals and orange-red cup Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water the large-cupped daffodil (Narcissus 'Red Aria') when the top 2 to 3 inches of soil is dry to the touch. Water deeply, allowing the water to slowly soak in to reach the roots. Discontinue watering as the flower fades. The soil should never be soggy or completely dry. Avoid getting water on the leaves, as this can increase the chance of rot.
sunlight
Large-cupped daffodil (Narcissus 'Red Aria') typically requires about 6 hours of direct sunlight each day for optimal growth and flowering. This means it should receive direct sunlight each day for the 6 best hours of the day, preferably from late morning or early afternoon until late afternoon or early evening. Too much direct sunlight can cause foliage to wilt or scorch, so it's best to avoid putting the plants in direct sunlight during the hottest part of the day, or to provide some shade during those hours. Variegated varieties of this species may need even less direct sunlight, so they can be placed in partially sunny or shady areas.
pruning
This particular species of daffodil should be pruned once the foliage has died away naturally, usually in late summer. It is important not to remove the foliage until it has turned yellow and crispy. When pruning, it is important to make sure that no more than a third of the existing foliage is removed. This is because large-cupped daffodils will benefit from having foliage intact in order to store energy and promote flowering in the upcoming growing season. Additionally, leaving some foliage behind will also reduce the likelihood of diseases developing in the dormant season since the foliage can act as a sort of shield.
