daffodil 'Prototype' · Pests & diseases

Plant bulbs at one-and-a-half times their own depth in autumn, slightly deeper in light soils and in grass, in well-drained soil that is moist in the growing season in spring, in light dappled shade or sun. See daffodil cultivation for further advice

Watering: Moist soil during active growth, reduce watering after foliage declinesSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeHarmful if eaten, skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]

Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to narcissus basal rot, narcissus leaf scorch, narcissus smoulder, tulip grey bulb rot, other fungal diseases, narcissus yellow stripe virus, and other virus diseases

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs, snails, large narcissus bulb fly, narcissus eelworm, and pollen beetles

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