High Country Gardens Tete-a-Tete Daffodil
Best choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, deer-resistant early spring color.
These miniature daffodils pack a massive punch for their size, delivering multiple fragrant blooms on a single, petite stem. While they lack the dramatic height of traditional varieties, their ability to naturalize and shrug off hungry deer makes them the most reliable choice for a low-maintenance spring display.
$11.99
Who it's for
- Gardeners living in areas with high deer and rodent populations
- Impatient gardeners eager for the first signs of spring color
- Urban gardeners with limited space for containers or rock gardens
Who should skip it
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting floral displays throughout the entire spring season
- Perfectionists who prioritize a tidy, manicured garden appearance year-round
- Parents and pet owners concerned about accidental ingestion of toxic plants
Performance breakdown
Naturalization Potential
Rapidly forms expansive, cheerful colonies with minimal gardener intervention.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and javelina, protecting your spring display.
Container Versatility
Petite stature makes these ideal for small pots and tight spaces.
Bloom Density
Multiple fragrant flowers per stem ensure a high-impact visual display.
Climate Adaptability
Broad hardiness range thrives across most temperate gardening zones.
Ease of Cultivation
Low-maintenance perennial performance perfect for novice and expert gardeners alike.
Key Specs
Bulb Size
12-14 cm
Mature Height
6-8 inches
Planting Depth
2-4 inches
Spacing
9 bulbs per sq. ft.
Hardiness Zones
3-8
Toxicity
Contains toxic compounds
Ships As
Bulb
Sun Exposure
Full Sun to Partial Shade
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Mature Height
8.0 inches
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