Wild Daffodil (Narcissus Pseudonarcissus) is a perennial bulb in the Amaryllidaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Narcissus pseudonarcissus, commonly known as the wild daffodil or Lent lily, is a perennial bulbous plant with showy, trumpet-shaped yellow flowers, widely cultivated and naturalized in temperate climates.

Wild Daffodil

Wild Daffodil

Narcissus Pseudonarcissus

Narcissus pseudonarcissus, commonly known as the wild daffodil or Lent lily, is a perennial bulbous plant with showy, trumpet-shaped yellow flowers, widely cultivated and naturalized in temperate climates.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, mass planting, naturalizing, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Wild Daffodil

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Amaryllidaceae
Genus:Narcissus