Daffodil Soestdijk

A palatial bloom at 10cm across, this large cupped daffodil is set to impress. The large, spreading cup has a pale base, deep apricot cup that fades at the frilly edge. (Pronounced SOOZ-deek). Blooms early to mid season.

Plant them once and enjoy them for years, daffodils are easy, they like the simple things in life; plenty of sun and a well drained soil. It is this sunny disposition that is appealing to gardeners worldwide. We choose the best varieties for our Australian conditions so you are guaranteed success.

Daffodils are easy and they like the simple things in life; plenty of sun and a well drained soil.

Plant Daffodil bulbs three times as deep as the bulb is high, with the pointy end up. The depth will protect them from heat and soil erosion, as well as providing strength for the stem. Space your Daffodils 10-20cm apart, more if you are leaving the bulbs in to naturalise, closer for a more dramatic display. We like to plant ours three to a hole to create instant effects.

Once the flowering has finished you can remove the flower stem (this stops the plant focusing on seed production and will increase your bulb). Allow the foliage to remain until it has yellowed. This is the time when the Daffodil foliage is gathering energy and nutrients for next year’s blooms. Keep the plants relatively moist during this time, and add a little general purpose fertiliser. Daffodils like Potash and slow release fertiliser brands which are low in nitrogen (this means more flowers and less foliage), and you won’t need much as they are not heavy feeders.

IN POTS: This is our recommendation for the best display, keeping in mind bulbs look best when planted nice and close together. 14cm/6” = 3 bulbs 20cm/8” = 6 bulbs 25cm/10” = 10 bulbs

See here for more hints and tips: Top Ten Tips on How to Plant your Spring Bulbs in Pots