Double daffodil (Narcissus ‘Tahiti’)

Narcissus 'Tahiti' is a double-flowered daffodil cultivar with yellow petals and orange-red inner segments. It is a spring-blooming bulbous perennial in the Amaryllidaceae family.

Narcissus 'Tahiti' usually grows about 12–18 inches tall. Its sturdy stems generally hold the large double flowers upright.

Narcissus 'Tahiti' blooms in mid-spring, often around March or April in much of the United States. Exact timing varies with climate and seasonal weather.

Yes, Narcissus 'Tahiti' is a hardy perennial bulb that can return and flower for many years. Good drainage and allowing the foliage to mature help support repeat blooming.

Grow Narcissus 'Tahiti' in full sun to light shade. More sun usually supports stronger flowering, while light afternoon shade can help protect the orange coloring in hot climates.

Narcissus 'Tahiti' is generally hardy in USDA Zones 3–8. In warmer areas, flowering performance may depend on adequate winter chilling.

Use moderately fertile, well-drained soil for Narcissus 'Tahiti'. Avoid locations that stay wet, especially over winter, because excess moisture can cause bulb rot.

Yes, Narcissus 'Tahiti' grows well in containers with drainage holes and a well-drained potting mix. Protect containers from extreme temperature swings and keep the mix moderately moist during active growth.

Yes, Narcissus 'Tahiti' can naturalize in suitable beds, open woodland settings, and some lawns. Choose a site with good drainage and delay mowing until the foliage has yellowed naturally.

Water Narcissus 'Tahiti' when needed to keep the soil moderately and evenly moist during active growth. Reduce watering while the bulbs are dormant, particularly in summer or during wet weather.

Narcissus 'Tahiti' usually needs little fertilizer in reasonably fertile soil. A bulb fertilizer applied according to its label at planting or as growth begins is generally sufficient; avoid excessive nitrogen.

Poor flowering can result from insufficient sunlight, immature bulbs, overcrowding, inadequate winter chilling, or foliage removed too early the previous year. Wet soil and poor bulb health can also reduce bloom production.

Bulb rot is most often caused by poorly drained or persistently wet soil. Move bulbs to a better-drained site, avoid overwatering, and discard bulbs that are soft, foul-smelling, or visibly diseased.

Deer and rabbits generally avoid Narcissus 'Tahiti' because daffodils contain unpalatable compounds. However, wildlife pressure can vary, and no plant is completely browse-proof.

Possible pests include narcissus bulb flies, narcissus nematodes, bulb scale mites, slugs, and snails. Healthy bulbs, good drainage, sanitation, and avoiding damaged planting material help reduce problems.

Plant Narcissus 'Tahiti' bulbs in early to mid-fall, before the ground freezes. Fall planting allows roots to establish before winter and supports spring flowering.

Plant Narcissus 'Tahiti' bulbs about three times as deep as the bulb is tall, commonly around 6–8 inches deep. In heavy soil, plant slightly shallower and use mulch rather than burying the bulb excessively.

Space Narcissus 'Tahiti' bulbs about 4–6 inches apart for a full display, or farther apart when planning long-term naturalization. Planting in groups creates a stronger visual effect.

Plant Narcissus 'Tahiti' bulbs with the pointed growing tip facing upward and the flatter basal plate facing downward. If a bulb is difficult to orient, plant it on its side rather than upside down.

Spring planting is possible with healthy, viable bulbs, but fall planting is preferred for the best root establishment and flowering. Spring-planted bulbs may flower weakly or wait until the following year.

Propagate Narcissus 'Tahiti' by separating offsets from established clumps as the foliage fades in early summer. Replant the offsets promptly at the recommended depth.

Divide Narcissus 'Tahiti' clumps just after the foliage dies back in early summer. Dig carefully, separate healthy offsets, and replant them without allowing the bulbs to dry for an extended period.

Yes, remove faded flowers or seed heads from Narcissus 'Tahiti' to prevent energy being diverted into seed production. Leave the leaves intact so the bulb can replenish its reserves.

Wait until Narcissus 'Tahiti' foliage turns yellow and begins to die back naturally, usually about six weeks after flowering. Do not braid, tie, or cut the leaves green because they are feeding the bulb.

Yes, Narcissus 'Tahiti' is harmful if eaten and its sap can irritate skin. Keep bulbs and plant parts away from children and pets, and wear gloves when handling or cutting the plant.

Contact Poison Control or a medical professional promptly if Narcissus 'Tahiti' is eaten, especially if symptoms develop. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed by a healthcare professional.

Narcissus 'Tahiti' produces large, double flowers with yellow to golden-yellow outer segments and shorter orange-red inner segments. The flowers can reach roughly 4–4.5 inches across.

Narcissus 'Tahiti' may have a light, pleasant fragrance, but scent intensity can vary with growing conditions and individual bulbs. It is primarily grown for its unusual double form and contrasting colors.

Yes, Narcissus 'Tahiti' makes a good cut flower because its strong stems support the large double blooms. Place daffodils in a separate vase initially because their sap can shorten the life of other flowers.

Small flowers may indicate young or undersized bulbs, insufficient sunlight, overcrowding, drought during active growth, or foliage removed too early. Improving drainage and allowing leaves to mature can help in later seasons.