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Daffodils Come in Many Shapes and Sizes!

by | Aug 11, 2011 | Daffodils | 0 comments

Daffodils come in a remarkable variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. Their bloom times vary depending on the climate. In warmer regions, daffodils bloom in a compressed season. In colder climates, the season stretches out, with blooms appearing early, mid, and late in the season. The range of daffodil sizes is significant. This allows gardeners to select specific varieties for different effects in their landscapes.

Starting from the left in the picture are some popular daffodil types: the yellow trumpet daffodils, including Dutch Master, February Gold, Tete a Tete, and Unsurpassable. These are followed by Trevithian, Salome, Ice Follies, Thalia, Cheerfulness, Yellow Cheerfulness, White Lion, and Fortune. Each type offers unique characteristics in both color and form, enhancing the visual interest of gardens throughout the season.

Early Blooming Season

The sizes of daffodils varies. Some of the earliest varieties being the smaller yellow trumpet daffodils like February Gold and Tete a Tete. These early bloomers bring cheerful splashes of yellow as the garden awakens. Following these, the medium-sized Dutch Master emerges as the next yellow trumpet daffodil to bloom. It stands out with its bright color and medium height. Among the larger varieties, Unsurpassable stands tall and blooms last in the trumpet daffodil group.

Mid Blooming Season

As mid-season arrives, varieties like Salome, Scarlet O’Hara, Ice Follies, and Fortune add more color. The jonquil-type Trevithian begins blooming early and continues into mid-season, filling the air with its fragrant, delicate scent.

Later Blooming Season

Later in the season, the daffodils to bloom include Thalia, Cheerfulness, and Yellow Cheerfulness. These varieties bring a calming white to the garden as they flower after Ice Follies, creating a pleasant display on the lower hillside, where they gradually disperse among the trees.

All daffodil varieties are allowed to die back naturally, which conserves the energy stored in their foliage. This practice helps ensure the daffodils will bloom again in the following years, providing gardeners with a long-lasting, beautiful display.

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