Daffodils 'Tete a Tete' - Narcissus 'Tete-a-Tete' (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Daffodils 'Tete a Tete'

Also known as: Narcissus 'Tete a Tete'

Daffodils 'Tete a Tete' is a cultivar of miniature daffodil, named because there is more than one flower on each stem which often appear to be ‘talking’ to each other. This popular cultivar is naturalized widely and ideal for mass planting for a burst of bright yellow in a garden. They are also enjoyed in windowboxes and containers for their petite size.

Scientific classification

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Daffodils 'Tete a Tete'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Daffodils 'Tete a Tete' has low water requirements and typically needs one initial watering after planting. Pot-grown daffodils 'Tete a Tete' requires more frequent watering during growth and flowering. Do not water during the summer dormancy to prevent bulb rot, and resume watering in autumn and winter when the soil is dry.

Fertilize: Daffodils 'Tete a Tete' requires minimal fertilization, with bulb food or bone meal added at planting. Apply water-soluble fertilizers when new leaves appear, using a 5-10-10 ratio for growth and 0-10-10 for flowering. Post-flowering, top dress with potassium fertilizer to support bulb rejuvenation.

Pruning: Daffodils 'Tete a Tete', known for its bright yellow flowers, requires post-bloom pruning in early spring to remove spent blooms, aiding bulb development. Avoid cutting green foliage. Optimal pruning occurs from early to late spring, promoting next season's blooms while preventing disease. Use sterilized tools and appropriate guidance.

Propagation: You can purchase bulbs for daffodils 'Tete a Tete' at garden centers. It is a perennial bulb that produces baby bulbs, allowing for propagation. In autumn, dig and separate the bulbs for replanting. After 2-3 years, the plant will bloom again.

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