Plant daffodil bulbs from September to November. If needed, store them somewhere cool and dry, away from mice, but plant before they begin to deteriorate.
'Dutch Lion'
daffodil
Narcissus 'Dutch Lion' might not roar, but it certainly makes itself heard in the spring garden. With blooms that are fully double and gloriously ruffled, this unique daffodil channels its inner peony—all the grandeur, none of the fuss. The creamy white outer petals are elegantly contrasted by golden-yellow inner whorls, giving Narcissus 'Dutch Lion' an almost regal air (and frankly, it knows it). Whether standing tall in borders or stealing the show in a vase indoors, this variety doesn’t do subtle—and we wouldn’t want it any other way.
As with all good lions, Narcissus 'Dutch Lion' knows how to make an entrance. Flowering in mid-spring, it brings a touch of flamboyance just when the garden is waking up. Its sturdy stems mean no flopping about, and its stately blooms are a favourite for both bees and admiring passers-by. Plant Narcissus 'Dutch Lion' in generous groups to get the full impact—or tuck a few into pots for a portable burst of opulence. And just in case you missed it: Narcissus 'Dutch Lion' is not your average daffodil. It's a main event.
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Plant profile
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Choose full sun or partial shade. Improve heavy soil with organic matter and horticultural grit. For containers, use peat-free multipurpose compost with good drainage.
Plant bulbs pointed side upwards, two to three times their own height deep and around 10cm apart. Smaller bulbs can be planted slightly closer together.
Water after planting if the soil is dry. Established bulbs in borders rarely need more, but water during dry spring weather and keep containers lightly moist.
Remove faded flowers, but leave the stems and foliage until they turn yellow and die back naturally. The bulbs can remain planted throughout the year.
- Botanical name
- Narcissus 'Dutch Lion'
- Flower colour
- White, cream, Yellow
- Bulb size
- 14/16
- Established height
- 30-40cm
- Established spread
- 10-20cm
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
-
Upright
Clump-forming - Hardiness
- Fully hardy
- Leaf colour
- Green
- Mouse resistant
- Yes
- Plant spacing
- 60 bulbs per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- No
- Position
- Sheltered
- Rabbit resistant
- Yes
- Scented
- Yes
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
- Free draining
- Soil type
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Loam
Sandy
Stony
Multipurpose compost
Loam-based compost - Suitable for
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Pots
Large containers
Borders
Meadows
lawns
Gravel gardens
Coastal gardens
Rockery
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens
Cut flower gardens - Sunlight
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Full sun
Partial shade
Dappled shade - Toxicity
-
Harmful if eaten
Skin/eyes irritant - Years to establish
- 1st year
Expert care from
choice to delivery
Our horticulturalists prepare every bulb and plant with the utmost care. From selection to packing, each one receives expert attention before beginning its journey to your garden.