White Flower Farm Narcissus bulbocodium Mary Poppins
Best low-maintenance bulb for gardeners seeking early spring color.
These Hoop Petticoat Daffodils are the ultimate low-maintenance heralds of spring, naturalizing effortlessly into lawns and borders. While their delicate, funnel-shaped blooms look fragile, they are surprisingly tough, long-lived, and—best of all—completely ignored by hungry deer and voles.
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking unique textures for early spring displays
- Low-maintenance landscapers wanting effortless naturalized bulb drifts
- Early-season enthusiasts craving the first signs of spring color
Who should skip it
- Perfectionists who dislike untidy foliage in manicured garden beds
- Designers looking for high-impact, large-scale floral statements
- Gardeners managing heavy clay or extremely arid soil conditions
Performance breakdown
Naturalization potential
Multiplies readily to create expansive, self-sustaining drifts over time.
Pest resistance
Bulb toxicity effectively deters hungry deer and burrowing voles.
Bloom timing
Reliably signals the arrival of spring with early seasonal color.
Maintenance requirements
Thrives with minimal intervention once established in the garden.
Visual impact
Unique funnel-shaped blooms offer a charming, distinct aesthetic.
Longevity
Vigorous bulbs provide consistent, long-lived performance year after year.
Key Specs
SKU
F111643
Common Name
Bulbocodium Daffodil
Hardiness Zone
4-8S/W
Exposure
Sun to Part Shade
Blooms In
April
Mature Height
4-6 inches
Spacing
2-3 inches
Ships as
BULB
Mature Height
6.0 inches
Mature Spread
0.0 inches
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