Description

🌷 Narcissus Double ‘Apotheose’ – 3 Bulbs

Brighten your spring garden with the richly layered flowers of ‘Apotheose’. This double daffodil combines golden-yellow petals with frilly orange centres, creating a colourful display in borders and patio pots.

🌼 At a Glance

• Flower colour: Bright yellow with orange centres
• Flower type: Large, double blooms
• Flowering season: Spring; timing varies with local conditions
• Height: Approximately 35 cm
• Position: Sun or light shade
• Ideal for: Borders, containers and cut flowers
• Pack contents: 3 bulbs
• Care level: Easy

🪴 Planting Instructions

• When to plant: Autumn, once Malta’s summer heat eases.
• Planting depth: Set the bulb’s base at approximately three times its height below the soil surface.
• Spacing: Leave at least one bulb’s width between bulbs.
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil or potting mix.
• Planting method: Plant pointed end upwards, cover and water in. Use containers with drainage holes.

💧 Watering

Keep soil moderately moist during active growth. Avoid waterlogging and reduce watering as the foliage dies back.

☀️ Light & Position

Choose sun or light shade. A sheltered position helps protect the large double flowers from strong winds.

🌿 Feeding

For container-grown bulbs, apply a potassium-rich liquid feed after flowering while the leaves remain green, following the label instructions.

🍃 After Flowering

Remove faded flowers and leave the foliage to die back naturally. This allows the bulbs to store energy for future growth.

🇲🇹 Local Growing Tips

Plant outdoors during the cooler autumn months. Check pots during dry spring weather, and consider light afternoon shade on hot patios. Repeat flowering can vary in Malta’s mild winters.

🐕🐈 Pet Safety

Narcissus is toxic to dogs and cats if eaten, especially the bulbs. Keep plants and loose bulbs out of pets’ reach.