Species large-cupped daffodil
white-orange flowers with yellow stamens and green leaves

large-cupped daffodil

Narcissus 'Tangent'

Large-cupped daffodil (Narcissus 'Tangent') is a stunning spring bloomer, with large, yellow blooms atop ten-inch stems. Each petal radiates outward in an elegant ruffled pattern, and the pup is deeper and more curved than other daffodil varieties. This humble flower has a sweet scent and can bring lasting cheer to any sunny garden. Although best planted in the fall for spring blooming, its long-lived bulbs ensure years of carefree beauty. The large-cupped daffodil is a reliable performer that can grace any landscape.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

White petals and rose cup Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,tan

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

The large-cupped daffodil (Narcissus 'Tangent') should be watered when the top 5cm of soil is dry. It should be watered thoroughly so as to moisten all the soil in the pot, and it should only be watered once every 2 to 3 weeks. During the summer months, when the weather is particularly hot, water may need to be provided more frequently. It is important to remember that these plants prefer moist, but not wet, soil. Therefore, check the soil regularly to ensure the levels of moisture are consistent. During winter, it’s important to reduce watering since the soil tends to stay moist for longer due to the colder temperatures. Finally, make sure to water at the base of the plant and not on the foliage.

sunlight

Large-cupped daffodil (Narcissus 'Tangent') should receive at least 6 hours of full sunlight each day or a dappled shade throughout the day for optimal growth. Direct afternoon sun should be avoided because it is too intense and can result in scorched foliage. Sunlight is essential for photosynthesis and other important plant processes as well as for blooming, which occurs typically in late spring. During winter months, when the days are shorter, artificial lights can be used to supplement natural sunlight.

pruning

Large-cupped daffodil (Narcissus 'Tangent') should be pruned once the flowers have faded, usually in late spring or early summer. Cut the flower stems just above the foliage line, as this will help preserve the bulb reserves in the plant. If only some of the flowers have faded, it’s best to simply remove the faded flowers instead of the entire stem. In late August, when the foliage starts to die back, both the foliage and the flower stems can be cut back to the ground.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Oct
Nov
Dec
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May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Narcissus 'Tangent' typically starts flowering in March.

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