{"product_id":"daffodil-bulbs-large-cupped-precocious","title":"Daffodil Bulbs - Large Cupped Precocious","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 Bulb Bag\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a pre-order item that is expected to ship in Late October to November for fall planting. Other seeds, supplies, or kits ordered with this product will ship separately. \u003cem\u003eThis product only ships to the lower 48 states. No shipping outside the USA. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e90-120 Days to maturity. Fall Planting. Spring Blooming \u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e. Precocious Large Cupped Daffodil Flower Bulbs. Non-GMO, hybrid. Perennial in zones 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8. Deer and rabbit resistant. Attracts pollinators. Displays pristine white petals surrounding a wide, frilled coral-pink cup in mid-spring. Recommended for growing in garden beds and containers. In the landscape, daffodils are used as borders, bedding, mass plantings, and cut flowers. It has an upright, clumping growth habit with tolerance to drought. Daffodil flowers are toxic if ingested. Precocious is a standout in the large-cupped class — the ruffled, peachy-pink corona set against bright white petals gives it a layered, almost tropical look that turns heads in the spring garden and in the vase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial in zones 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14-16 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, clump-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH of 6-7 preferred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-70 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun to Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally pest-resistant. Susceptible to bulb rot in poorly drained soils. Narcissus bulb fly, slugs, and snails can occasionally be an issue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecocious Large Cupped Daffodil Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e White with coral-pink cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy\/Hard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, direct sow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borders, beds, mass plantings, containers, and cut flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought, Deer and Rabbit Resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Non-GMO Precocious Large Cupped Daffodil Flower Bulbs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Precocious bulbs in the fall, ideally 2-4 weeks before the first hard frost, in well-drained soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Set bulbs 4-6 inches deep with the pointed end up, spaced about 6 inches apart to allow for good air circulation. Daffodils need 12-18 weeks of cool temperatures to bloom, which they receive naturally when planted outdoors in the fall. Full sun produces the most vigorous blooms, though partial shade is tolerated — some afternoon shade in warmer climates can actually help extend the blooming period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeadheading spent flowers is optional but can help direct energy back into the bulb for the following year. Allow the foliage to die back naturally after blooming — cutting it back early weakens the bulb and reduces next year's flowering. A balanced, slow-release fertilizer applied in fall at planting and again in early spring as shoots emerge will support strong growth. Avoid overwatering; soggy soil is the primary cause of bulb rot. Once established, Precocious is drought-tolerant and largely self-sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePrecocious Large Cupped Daffodil in the Flower Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecocious is a midseason bloomer that brings an unusually warm and sophisticated color combination to the spring garden. The wide, frilled cup in shades of coral and peachy-pink has a ruffled, layered quality that sets it apart from the flat-cupped or trumpet forms more commonly seen. Each stem produces a single large bloom — plant in clusters of ten or more for the best visual effect. As a cut flower, Precocious is exceptional, and the blooms hold well in arrangements. Note that daffodil sap can be irritating to the skin and may shorten the vase life of other flowers if mixed in an arrangement; condition daffodils separately before combining with other stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscape Use of Precocious Large Cupped Daffodil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecocious works beautifully in borders, beds, and mass plantings, and naturalizes readily over time as bulbs multiply and spread. Its taller height of 14-16 inches makes it a strong mid-border plant and a good backdrop for lower-growing spring bulbs like crocus and grape hyacinth. It is vigorous and long-lived with minimal care, and like all daffodils, is reliably ignored by deer and rodents — making it a smart choice for gardens where other spring bulbs get raided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Precocious Large Cupped Daffodil Garden Bulbs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecocious is a Division 2 Large-cupped daffodil, a classification defined by a corona that is more than one-third the length of the petals but shorter than a full trumpet. This division includes some of the most widely grown and colorful daffodil varieties in cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaffodils as a group have been cultivated since antiquity and were introduced to northern Europe from the Mediterranean region. By the early 20th century, Dutch breeders had developed thousands of named cultivars spanning the full spectrum of colors and forms seen today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll parts of the daffodil are toxic if ingested, containing alkaloids including lycorine that can cause nausea, vomiting, and more severe reactions in humans and pets. Handle bulbs with gloves if you have sensitive skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMake Planting Bulbs Easy with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/products\/japanese-bulb-planter-garden-hand-tools\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulb Planter Hand Tool\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTips From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are cutting Precocious for the vase, let the stems sit in water by themselves for a few hours before adding them to a mixed arrangement. Daffodil stems release a sap that can shorten the life of other flowers — a short conditioning period takes care of the problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"89\" width=\"89\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/Jerry-Sawyer.jpg?v=1733348096\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecocious Large Cupped Daffodil Flower Bulbs Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 Bulb Bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO Precocious Large Cupped Daffodil Bulbs are available for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/shipping-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n","brand":"Mountain Valley Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45117748150387,"sku":"83891","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/1779908077_daffodil_large_cupped_precocious_comp_dfcf52b0-e28c-4b58-a66e-2ea554b67d9e.jpg?v=1781919571","url":"https:\/\/store.trueleafmarket.com\/products\/daffodil-bulbs-large-cupped-precocious","provider":"True Leaf Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}