Trumpet narcissus (Narcissus moschatus)
Care, watering, light and tips for Trumpet narcissus on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Amaryllidaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Trumpet narcissus
Narcissus moschatus, commonly known as the White Daffodil or Moschatus Daffodil, is a charming daffodil variety characterized by its delicate, pure white flowers, often with a slightly paler or similarly colored trumpet. Its elegant appearance and subtle fragrance make it ideal for garden borders, flower beds, or as part of spring floral arrangements. It brings a touch of sophistication and purity to any spring landscape.
Native range
Pyrenees, between Spain and France
Care tips
This daffodil thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight for optimal blooming. The soil should be well-drained, fertile, and slightly acidic, avoiding waterlogging which can lead to bulb rot. Water moderately during the growing and blooming season, reducing watering once the foliage begins to yellow. A common mistake is cutting the foliage too soon after flowering, which prevents the bulb from storing energy for the following year.
How to save a dying Trumpet narcissus
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or soft leaves from base, drooping or rotten stems, absent or premature wilting of flowers.
- First aid
- Remove damaged bulbs, repot in well-draining substrate, reduce watering, place in cool, bright spot (no direct sun).
- What kills it
- Overwatering causing bulb rot; heavy, poorly draining soil; lack of winter chill.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if the bulb is not completely rotten. Act quickly to prevent fungal spread.