5 months of Daffodils
Did you know that by carefully selecting your varieties, you can have Daffodils blooming in your garden from January to May next Spring?
Discover what Daffodil varieties to plant this autumn so you can enjoy gorgeous spring flowers all throughout the first 5 months of the year.
January – Daffodil (Narcissus) January
Daffodil (Narcissus) ‘January’ is one of the earliest flowering daffodil varieties, blooming as early as January - hence its name. With a compact flowering height of around 25cm, it’s ideal for borders, rockeries, and containers. Despite its delicate appearance, it’s surprisingly resilient and can withstand cold winter weather, making it a reliable choice for the early months of the year. Its cheerful pale-yellow flowers are a signal that spring is on its way!
February – Daffodil (Narcissus) February Gold
Daffodil (Narcissus) ‘February Gold’ is a much-loved variety that has stood the test of time - and for good reason. Dating back to the 1920s, this Daffodil is one of the most reliable for early spring, often blooming in February. With a neat 25cm height, it's perfect for borders, containers, or naturalising under trees. The golden-yellow flowers have a distinctive look, with swept-back petals that give them a lively appearance. Hardy and cheerful, it’s a wonderful way to brighten up the garden as winter fades.
March – Daffodil (Narcissus) Arctic Bells
Daffodil (Narcissus) ‘Arctic Bells’ is a delightful newer variety, registered in 2019, and already winning hearts with its unique charm. Often called “petticoat daffodils” for their flared, skirt-like blooms, ‘Arctic Bells’ brings a fresh and quirky twist to the spring garden. With a compact height of 25cm, it's especially well-suited to pots and containers, where its dainty proportions and eye-catching flowers can be appreciated up close. Flowering in early spring, its blooms are also impressively long-lasting, adding a touch of brightness when many other plants are just waking up.
April – Daffodil (Narcissus) Yellow Cheerfulness
Daffodil (Narcissus) ‘Yellow Cheerfulness’ is a real treat for the senses – fragrant and full of charm. This lovely double-flowered variety produces clusters of soft yellow blooms on each stem, bringing both fullness and a delightful scent to any spring garden. Reaching a height of around 40cm, it’s ideal for borders, cutting gardens, or adding to containers. Blooming in mid to late spring, ‘Yellow Cheerfulness’ is perfect for extending your daffodil display well into April and May.
May – Daffodil (Narcissus) Pheasant’s Eye
Daffodil (Narcissus) ‘Pheasant’s Eye’ is a timeless classic that brings the daffodil season to a fragrant and elegant close. Flowering into May, it’s the perfect finale to a months-long display. Its delicate white petals surround a small, brightly rimmed red-orange cup, giving it the striking look that inspired its name. This variety is also beautifully scented, with a sweet, almost spicy perfume. At around 40cm tall, ‘Pheasant’s Eye’ is ideal for naturalising in grass or planting in borders where its beauty can shine.