High Country Gardens The Poet's Daffodil
Best fragrant heirloom bulb for low-maintenance, pest-resistant garden landscapes.
This heirloom variety offers the rare combination of intoxicating fragrance and effortless naturalization. You trade the fleeting lifespan of trendy annuals for a resilient, deer-resistant perennial that actually improves its display every single year.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners prioritizing nostalgic, high-impact floral scents
- Planners seeking to bridge the gap between spring and summer
- Homeowners needing pest-resistant, sophisticated landscape accents
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners wanting immediate, full-scale seasonal blooms
- Gardeners in dry climates without reliable irrigation systems
- Individuals with sensitive skin prone to contact dermatitis
Performance breakdown
Naturalization Potential
Reliably multiplies over time to establish impressive, long-lasting garden colonies.
Pest Resistance
Robust defense against deer and javelina keeps your landscape looking pristine.
Fragrance Impact
Delicate, sweet scent adds a subtle sensory layer to spring gardens.
Ease of Cultivation
Low-maintenance perennial that thrives with minimal intervention once established.
Versatility
Adapts perfectly to containers, small garden beds, or as cut flowers.
Environmental Safety
Neonicotinoid-free status ensures a safer environment for essential garden pollinators.
Key Specs
Bulb Size
14-16 cm
Mature Height
16 inches (approx. 40.64 cm)
Planting Depth
6 inches (approx. 15.24 cm)
Spacing
6 bulbs per sq. ft.
Hardiness Zones
3-8
Toxicity
Contains toxic compounds in all parts, concentrated in the bulb
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
Ships As
Bulb
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
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