Keep and care for daffodils in the pot

Keep and care for daffodils in the pot

Autumn is the time to plant the bulbs

The daffodil bulbs should ideally be placed in the pot with soil in September. They are set 8 to 15 cm deep. Several onions can also fit in a pot, as long as it is big enough.

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The minimum dimensions, which should not be undercut, are 25 cm in the depth of the pot and 20 cm in width. Conventional potting soil is suitable as a substrate for the daffodils. Above all, it is important that the earth is loose, permeable and rich in nutrients.

Which place in the apartment is suitable?

The daffodils can not only stand outside on the balcony or terrace. It is also bearable in the apartment ...

  • not too warm
  • not too dark
  • ideal: 10 to 15 ° C (especially during flowering)
  • for example in the hallway, bedroom or kitchen

Water yes, but don't overdo it!

Daffodils have a high need for water, especially during flowering. Therefore, they should be watered often and regularly in the pot. But standing water must not arise. Water with little lime should be used for watering.

Need for fertilizers

Before (1 month before) and after flowering (towards the end of May) daffodils are fertilized in the pot. Complete fertilizers in the form of liquid fertilizers, which are added to the irrigation water, or in the form of sticks are ideal for fertilizing.

Repot the daffodils

When daffodils have deeply rooted your pot, it is high time to repot them. The new pot should be at least 4 cm larger. At the same time, the old soil is replaced by new potting soil. Repotting daffodils is done to keep the plant blooming. At the same time, the bulbs can be separated and used for propagation.

Tips & Tricks

Warning: pets be careful. Daffodils are poisonous and cats and dogs in particular are at risk. Therefore, these plants should be placed out of the reach of these animals.