Daffodils 'Saint Keverne' (Narcissus 'Saint Keverne')

Daffodils 'Saint Keverne'

Also known as: Narcissus 'Saint Keverne'

Daffodils 'Saint Keverne' is a daffodil cultivar bred to boast bright yellow flowers with large cups that are one-third of the length of the outer petals. The cultivar is also distinguished by its tall, sturdy stems, each bearing a single flower. It was named after St. Keverne, Cornwall (UK), where it was first bred.

Scientific classification

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

Deciduous

Leaf type

Care Guide for Daffodils 'Saint Keverne'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Daffodils 'Saint Keverne' requires minimal watering, typically just once after planting, unless conditions are very dry. Potted daffodils 'Saint Keverne' needs more frequent watering during growth and flowering. Watering should cease during summer dormancy to prevent bulb rot, resuming in autumn and winter when the soil is dry.

Fertilize: Daffodils 'Saint Keverne' requires minimal fertilization. Mix bulb food or bone meal into the soil during fall planting. Apply water-soluble fertilizers at a 5-10-10 ratio for leaf growth and 0-10-10 during flowering. Topdress with potassium fertilizer post-flowering to support bulb rejuvenation.

Pruning: Daffodils 'Saint Keverne' thrives with precise pruning, ideally in early to late spring after flowering. Remove spent blooms and wait for foliage to yellow naturally before cutting. This promotes bulb health and robust flowering. Yearly pruning is recommended for vitality and visual appeal.

Propagation: Bulbs for daffodils 'Saint Keverne' can be purchased from garden centers. As a perennial bulb, it produces small baby bulbs which can be harvested in autumn for propagation. Replant these in pots or gardens. The plant may bloom again after 2-3 years of growth.

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