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Narcissus cyclamineus 'Tête-à-Tête', is a compact, early-blooming daffodil with bright yellow, nodding flowers. Its small size and prolific blooms make it a favorite for borders, rock gardens, containers, and naturalizing in lawns.
Description:
- Dimensions: Grows 6-8 inches tall and spreads 4-6 inches wide.
- Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun to part sun.
- Water Requirements: Requires well-drained soil; moderate watering, avoiding waterlogged conditions.
- Hardiness Zones: Hardy in Zones 4-9.
- Bloom Time: Early to mid-spring.
- Pruning: Remove spent flowers to prevent seed formation but allow foliage to die back naturally to nourish the bulb.
How to Plant:
- Location: Ideal for borders, rock gardens, containers, and naturalized areas.
- Soil Preparation: Improve drainage with organic matter if necessary.
- Planting: Plant bulbs 4-6 inches deep and 3-4 inches apart, with the pointed end facing up.
- Spacing: Allow for natural clumping and spreading over time.
- Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and keep soil evenly moist during growth.
Fun Fact:
The ‘Tête-à-Tête’ Daffodil is one of the most popular miniature daffodils worldwide, loved for its early blooms and ability to thrive in containers and small spaces!