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.
'Lemon Taffeta'
daffodil
Narcissus 'Lemon Taffeta' is as light and fanciful as its name suggests, but with a quietly sophisticated twist. This split-corona daffodil begins its spring performance with crisp white petals and a ruffled, cream-coloured centre edged in bright lemon-yellow. But here’s where things get interesting—the lemon tones don’t stay politely at the edges. As the flower matures, they begin to seep softly across the frilly corona, spreading in a way that’s entirely natural, yet never quite the same twice. Narcissus 'Lemon Taffeta' plays with colour like a well-blended watercolour painting—elegant, changeable, and just a touch theatrical.
Plant Narcissus 'Lemon Taffeta' in a sunny or lightly shaded spot where its evolving hues can be fully appreciated—borders, containers, or naturalistic groupings all suit it well. It performs reliably in well-drained soil and returns year after year with minimal fuss. Perfect for gardeners who like their spring blooms with a bit of nuance, Narcissus 'Lemon Taffeta' offers a fresh, contemporary take on the traditional daffodil. Its delicate ruffles and shifting palette make it a quiet standout among the crowd, offering gentle drama without ever overstepping the mark. Think of it as the floral equivalent of a well-made dessert: light, refined, and entirely satisfying.
Quantity
Plant profile
Plant calendar
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 'Lemon Taffeta'
- Flower colour
- Yellow, cream, white
- Bulb size
- 12/14
- Established height
- 30-50cm
- 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
-
Loam
Sandy
Stony
Multipurpose compost
Loam-based compost - Suitable for
-
Pots
Large containers
Borders
Meadows
lawns
Gravel gardens
Coastal gardens
Rockery
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens
Cut flower gardens - Sunlight
-
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.