jonquilla daffodil

Jonquilla daffodils (Narcissus 'Punchline') usually require about 1-2 inches of water each week when grown in the garden. As they do not require a large amount of water, it is important to not over-water them. Water your daffodils in the morning, so that the foliage dries out by nightfall, reducing issues such as fungal diseases. If the leaves of the plant become wilted, it may be an indication the daffodils need more water. When flowering in the spring, they may need slightly more moisture in areas of low rainfall.

Jonquilla Daffodil (Narcissus 'Punchline') needs plenty of full sun for best flowering. Most hybrids prefer at least 6 - 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. A site with full sun from early morning until early afternoon would be best for these plants. Avoid shaded sites and locations that receive shade from trees, walls or buildings. In regions with hot summers, the plants should receive some protection from the midday sun with light shade during the hottest part of the day.

The ideal time to prune jonquilla daffodil (Narcissus 'Punchline') plants is late winter to early spring. During this time, the leaves should be cut back, leaving just 1 to 2 inches of leaf blade on the plant. Pruning the foliage encourages healthy regrowth and helps to keep the plant from becoming overcrowded over time. For plants that are more than 2 years old, the top 2 to 3 inches of dormant flowering stem can also be cut back. This helps to encourage branching, which can lead to a more abundant flower display. Pruning should be done when the foliage begins to yellow and die back in late summer and early fall. Deadhead or cut off spent flowers to keep plants tidy and promote vigor.