If I've learned one important lesson over the course of my daffodil trial, it's the importance of making certain not to overlook single daffodils. Among the more "traditionally" shaped flowers are some true hidden gems. One new-to-me variety is called 'Night Cap' daffodil. Though it was among the last to bloom in my garden, I…
Continue reading ➞ ‘Night Cap’ Daffodils: A Gorgeous Single Daffodil
In the online catalog, 'Pink Champagne' daffodils promised large fluffy double blooms - and it definitely delivered! Though 'Pink Champagne' daffodils are very similar to the blooms of a few other types of daffodils that I have in the garden this season, their late bloom period made them a Narcissus that was worth having in…
Continue reading ➞ In Bloom: ‘Pink Champagne’ Daffodils
Though completely unexpected, 'British Gamble' daffodil has easily become one of my top five daffodils that I grew this year. Though I did my best to take some good photos, I fear that strong rain made the process very difficult. I can't let a little bit of bad timing distract from the beauty of this…
Continue reading ➞ ‘British Gamble’ Daffodil – Not a Gamble in the Cutting Garden
In my quest to explore the wide world of daffodils this year, I knew that it would be important to not be distracted by all the "fancy" double blooms available. It was for this reason that I selected 'Pink Charm' daffodil. As you can see from the photo above, the overall shape and structure is…
Continue reading ➞ ‘Pink Charm’ Daffodils: A Truly Charming Addition to the Flower Garden
Today, we're focusing on yet another lovely double flower. 'Replete' daffodils open to bright white, with peachy pastel shades around where one would anticipate the cup. As the flowers open, the peach color is much darker. I actually prefer the bloom after they have been open a few days. This allows the color to slowly…
Continue reading ➞ In Bloom: ‘Replete’ Daffodils
'Flower Surprise' daffodils were some of the most expensive that I purchased last year. At the time, I could barely justify the price of about $2.10 each. After watching them come into bloom, I'm so glad that I did! 'Flower Surprise' daffodils are an insanely gorgeous double bloom. The color is stunning. New flowers open…
Continue reading ➞ ‘Flower Surprise’ Daffodil: My New Favorite Spring Flower!
