Also known as Daffodil · 1.8k gardener saves

Narcissus: the varieties gardeners actually grow

Narcissus, the genus most gardeners know as daffodil. We track 45 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.

45 varietiesZones 4–10Mostly full sun

The 12 most-saved Narcissus varieties

Of 45 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.

#1 most saved

Daffodil Narcissus Hybrida Mix

Narcissus x hybrida 'Mix'

Zones 4–8· 256 saves· from $25

#2 most saved

Tete-a-Tete Daffodil

Narcissus pseudonarcissus 'Tete a Tete'

Zones 4–8· 109 saves

#3 most saved

Minnow Daffodil

Narcissus tazetta 'Minnow'

Zones 5–9· 84 saves

Thalia Daffodil

Narcissus triandrus 'Thalia'

Zones 4–9· 76 saves

Wild Daffodil

Narcissus pseudonarcissus

Zones 4–9· 60 saves

Poet's Daffodil, Pheasant's Eye Daffodil

Narcissus poeticus 'Fragrant Daffodil Mix'

Zones 4–9· 46 saves

Daffodil

Narcissus pseudonarcissus 'Welcome Spring Early Blooming Mix'

Zones 4–9· 46 saves

Trevithian Jonquil

Narcissus jonquilla 'Trevithian'

Zones 4–9· 43 saves

Narcissus triandrus Angel's Tears Hollow Narcissus

Narcissus triandrus

Zones 4–7· 42 saves

Daffodil

Narcissus narcissus

Zones 4–9· 41 saves

Erlicheer Daffodil

Narcissus x hybrida 'Erlicheer'

Zones 5–10· 41 saves· from $23

Double Daffodil Mix

Narcissus x hybrida 'Double Daffodil Mix'

Zones 4–8· 39 saves

Browse all 45 Narcissus varieties →

How to grow Narcissus

What the Narcissus varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 40 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.

The Narcissus year

PlantSeptember–November100% of varieties
Plant bulbs 6 inches deep in well-drained soil during fall
DeadheadMarch and April100% of varieties
Remove spent flowers, but leave foliage until it yellows naturally
FertilizeFebruary and March98% of varieties
Apply bulb fertilizer as shoots emerge in early spring
DivideJune and July93% of varieties
Divide overcrowded clumps every 3-5 years after foliage dies back

Do

Water regularly during active growth 🌱
Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring
Allow foliage to die back naturally
Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring
Water during dry periods 🌱

Avoid

Avoid overwatering to prevent bulb rot ❌
Avoid overwatering in winter ❌
Avoid overwatering to prevent rot ❌
Avoid planting in poorly drained soil

What goes wrong with Narcissus

Problem	What you'll see	What to do
Narcissus bulb fly	Larvae burrow into bulbs causing rot	Use organic insecticidal soap or neem oil
Narcissus Bulb Fly	Larvae burrow into bulbs causing rot	Use organic insecticidal soap or apply beneficial nematodes
Aphids	Sticky residue and distorted leaves	Apply insecticidal soap or neem oil
Basal Rot	Bulbs become soft and rotted	Ensure well-draining soil and avoid overwatering
Basal rot	Soft, rotting bulbs with foul smell	Ensure well-draining soil and avoid overwatering
Gray Mold	Gray fuzzy mold on leaves and flowers	Improve air circulation and apply fungicide if necessary

Making more Narcissus

Division

Dig up clumps in late summer or early fall
Gently separate offsets with a clean knife
Plant divisions 6 inches deep in prepared soil
Water thoroughly after planting

Dividing bulbs

Lift bulbs after foliage dies back (late summer).
Gently separate offsets with a sterile knife.
Replant immediately at same depth.
Water thoroughly after planting.
Repeat every 3-4 years for best results.

Narcissus questions

How many types of Narcissus are there?

The Sow catalog tracks 45 distinct Narcissus varieties. The most popular — ranked by 1.8k real gardener saves — are shown first above.

What zones does Narcissus grow in?

Across its varieties, Narcissus covers USDA Zones 4–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.

When does Narcissus bloom?

Most Narcissus varieties bloom in early spring, mid-spring, mid to late spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.

Which Narcissus should I choose?

Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.

Keep exploring

Narcissus shows up in

By hardiness zone

Related genera

Design with Narcissus in your own yard

Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.