Growing Non-GMO Orangery Split Cup Daffodil Flower Bulbs

Plant Orangery 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 and space them about 6 inches apart. Full sun produces the most vigorous blooms, though partial shade is tolerated. Daffodils need 12-18 weeks of cool temperatures to bloom, which they receive naturally when planted outdoors in the fall. Water well after planting to help bulbs establish roots before the ground freezes.

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. Orangery naturalizes reliably, returning year after year and slowly expanding into larger clumps with minimal care.

Orangery Split Cup Daffodil in the Flower Garden

Orangery belongs to a class of daffodils sometimes called butterfly daffodils, named for the way the split corona fans outward in sections against the petals, suggesting wings in motion. The effect is striking — crisp white outer petals provide a clean backdrop for the vivid tangerine-orange corona, which is ruffled and layered in a way that rewards a close look. The blooms are fragrant and borne on sturdy stems that withstand spring wind and rain. Bees are reliably attracted to daffodils early in the season when few other nectar sources are available.

Landscape Use of Orangery Split Cup Daffodil

Orangery works beautifully in borders and mixed spring beds, and is particularly effective planted in clusters where the bold color contrast can be appreciated. Its somewhat compact height makes it a good front-to-mid border plant, and it pairs well with later-blooming perennials whose emerging foliage will help mask the dying daffodil leaves. As a cut flower, it is exceptional — the unusual form and fragrance make it a favorite for spring arrangements. Like all daffodils, it is reliably deer and rodent-resistant.

About Orangery Split Cup Daffodil Garden Bulbs

Orangery is a Division 11 daffodil under the Royal Horticultural Society classification system — the split-cup or split-corona group. Within Division 11, it falls into the collar subtype, meaning the split corona segments are arranged opposite the petals in two whorls of three. This gives the bloom its characteristic layered, flattened appearance that distinguishes it from standard cupped or trumpet forms.

Split-cup daffodils like Orangery were developed primarily by Dutch breeders in the latter half of the 20th century and represent one of the more dramatic departures from the classic daffodil form. They have grown steadily in popularity among gardeners and cut flower growers who are looking for something genuinely different in the spring garden.

All parts of the daffodil are toxic if ingested, containing alkaloids including lycorine. Handle bulbs with gloves if you have sensitive skin, as the outer layer can irritate on contact.

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Tips From Our Gardeners

The split cup form is eye-catching enough that Orangery deserves a spot near the front of the border where the detail of the corona can actually be seen and enjoyed. When planted at the back of a bed, much of what makes this variety special gets lost.

- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer

Orangery Split Cup Daffodil Flower Bulbs Per Package:

• 10 Bulb Bag

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