If you have daffodils in your garden, you have probably propagated them using their bulbs. This procedure is considered proven and simple. But propagation via seeds is also possible, although it is more tedious.

The daffodil seeds are quite inconspicuous hidden in the flower

Small, black, inconspicuous

Where are the seeds hidden? They are numerous in three-chambered capsule fruits. Depending on the type of daffodil, the fruits contain up to 60 seeds. While the elongated capsule fruits are green in color, the small seeds are black. Other characteristics of the seeds are an oblong shape and a fine sheen. The exceptions are seeds of jonquills and crinoline daffodils. Their seeds are wedge-shaped and dull black.

When do the seeds mature?

It takes an average of 5 to 6 weeks for the seeds to mature. Varying from species to species and depending on the strain and its flowering time, most seeds are ready between late May and early June. When ripe, the long stalk buckles. In addition, the capsule fruits burst open.

Preventing seed formation protects the daffodil

As with other plants, the seed formation of a narcissus robs a lot of energy. For this reason, you shouldn't wait for all your daffodils to set seed after flowering. It is better to cut down the faded flower stalks of most daffodils.

Sowing - step by step

The seeds, which ripen in early summer, should ideally be germinated immediately and in autumn at the latest. Alternatively, daffodils like to sow themselves or the wind and animals can help.

How to proceed with sowing:

  • Sow seeds in pots or directly outdoors
  • cover with soil (dark germ)
  • do not sow in the warm living room (cold germ)
  • water well
  • keep the soil moist from seeds in the pot
  • Germination time: variable, hesitant

tips and tricks

Keep in mind that daffodils from seed take an average of 2 to 3 years before they are ready to flower for the first time.

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