Sending you some sunny flowers to brighten up this dreary Monday. Where did the sun go?
Personally, I think daffodils are the happiest flowers out there. They add a much-needed dose of color to every early spring garden and even though they look like sunshine, they actually don’t like hot weather but rather thrive in colder temperatures. (So I guess that’s a good thing about this week’s weather forecast).
Do you have daffodils in your garden or on your balcony? If yes, you may want to keep reading, because now that they‘ll soon be on their way out, there a few things to consider. Happy Monday friends!
Good to know:
- There are about 1,000 different types of daffodils. (well, about 70)
- They grow from about 10cm up to 50cm depending on the variety
- Once planted, they flower every year from about February to May and multiply by themselves
- They can be planted outdoors as well as in pots The rule here is, don’t skimp on the bulbs…. more is more
- As soon as the flowers have wilted, deadhead them. The stems and leaves remain in the ground until they too have withered and turned yellow. This gives the bulb strength and nutrients for the next year.
- If you want to put them in a vase as cut flowers together with other flowers, you should first put the daffodils separately in a glass of water for about 15 minutes. The secretion from the stems will cause the other flowers to wilt prematurely.
Fun Fact:
- A bouquet of daffodils for a loved one expresses longing for them.
- In Chinese culture, daffodils are a symbol of good luck.
