High Country Gardens Gigantic Star Daffodil
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners dealing with hungry local wildlife.
These daffodils offer a reliable, fragrant punch of saffron yellow that actually survives the local wildlife. While they lack the subtle variety of more delicate bulbs, their sheer resilience and ability to naturalize make them the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it choice for a vibrant spring border.
$8.99
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a dramatic, high-impact spring focal point
- Homeowners living in areas with high deer and rodent activity
- Low-maintenance gardeners wanting reliable, self-multiplying perennial blooms
Who should skip it
- Gardeners who prioritize a pristine, tidy landscape throughout the season
- Planners requiring a long-lasting, continuous display of spring color
- Gardeners with physical limitations or difficult, rocky soil conditions
Performance breakdown
Naturalization Potential
Reliably spreads and multiplies for a fuller garden display each year.
Pest Resilience
Effectively deters deer and javelina, protecting your spring floral investment.
Hardiness Range
Exceptional adaptability across zones two through nine ensures widespread success.
Fragrance Impact
Subtle vanilla notes provide a pleasant, non-overpowering scent for garden beds.
Container Versatility
Ideal height and bulb size make these perfect for seasonal pots.
Maintenance Ease
Thrives in low-fertility soil with minimal intervention required after planting.
Key Specs
Flower Bulb Size
14-16 cm
Mature Height
16 inches
Planting Depth
6 inches
Hardiness Zones
2-9
Ships As
Bulb
Spacing
6 bulbs per sq. ft.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Flower Type
Daffodil
Sun Exposure Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Sun
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