Daffodils 'April Tears' (Narcissus 'April Tears')

Daffodils 'April Tears'

Also known as: Narcissus 'April Tears'

Daffodils 'April Tears' is a daffodil cultivar with pale lemon-yellow flowers. Its petals are small, narrow, and reflexed backwards. Like many triandrus daffodils, it is was bred for dainty, miniature flowers. This cultivar is ideal for containers and smaller beds. It won the RHS Award of Garden Merit for its reliability and attractiveness.

Scientific classification

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

Evergreen

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Daffodils 'April Tears'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Daffodils 'April Tears' requires minimal watering, typically just once after planting, unless dry weather persists. Container-grown daffodils 'April Tears' needs more frequent watering during growth and flowering. Watering should cease during summer dormancy to prevent bulb rot, resuming in autumn and winter as needed.

Fertilize: Daffodils 'April Tears' requires minimal fertilizer. Incorporate bulb food or bone meal during fall planting. Apply water-soluble fertilizers with a 5-10-10 ratio for leaves and 0-10-10 for flowering. A potassium top dressing post-flowering aids bulb rejuvenation.

Pruning: Daffodils 'April Tears' requires pruning in early to late spring. Immediately deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms and remove damaged foliage for better health. Avoid cutting green leaves, as they photosynthesize for future growth. Timely pruning supports vigor and flower production for the next season.

Propagation: Daffodils 'April Tears' is a perennial bulb available at garden centers. Baby bulbs form around mature bulbs and can be used for propagation. In autumn, dig up and replant small bulbs. After 2-3 years, daffodils 'April Tears' can bloom again.

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