You probably know by now that daffodils, or narcissus are some of our favorite flowers here at the Collective! Our growers have dozens of varieties planned for this season, from classic citrus colors to apricot pink and neutrals. While daffodils are a favorite traditional spring flower, there are also a few myths surrounding them.
Here are two common daffodil misconceptions and the truth behind them!
Myth: They have a short vase life.
Truth: Locally grown daffodils often last for 5 or more days, typically a week, because of how
recently they were harvested and how they were harvested during the correct stage of development. Growers are trained to harvest during the “gooseneck” stage, or slightly further for double daffodils with a high petal count.
Myth: You cannot mix them with other flowers or the other flowers will start to decline quickly.
Truth: It is true that daffodils leech mucilage that can affect some other flowers’ vase life due to their toxic alkaloid compounds. Additionally, the presence of certain sugars that lead to increased bacterial growth in the water and prevent other flowers from taking up enough water (especially roses). However, these challenges are easily remedied!
First, cut the daffodils to the desired length and allow them to hydrate separately before adding to arrangements, being sure not to recut the stems again. Second, consider adding a chlorine tablet to limit bacterial growth. One popular flower that has actually been found to benefit from the presence of daffodil mucilage is iris.
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