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Daffodil Bulbs - Fire Drill
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, deer-resistant spring color.
The Fire Drill Daffodil offers a striking display with its unique double split-cup corona, featuring fiery orange-pink tones against frosty white petals. This late-flowering perennial extends the spring bloom season, reliably returning year after year. Easy to grow and deer-resistant, it reaches 16 to 18 inches in height. Its energetic color contrast and dynamic appearance make it an ideal choice for container gardens, cut flower arrangements, or vibrant border plantings. Enjoy its eye-catching beauty and dependable performance in your garden.
$19.99
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4.6
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Category Rank
726
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#726 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-15%
Below average
Plant Type
Split-Cup Corona Daffodil
/ Split-Cup Corona Daffodil
Who it's for
- Gardeners living in areas with high deer or rodent populations
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, dramatic spring color
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, recurring seasonal blooms
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in hot climates with intense afternoon sun
- Gardeners prioritizing a tidy, manicured landscape appearance
- Families with curious pets or small children
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
The split-cup corona creates a dramatic, high-contrast focal point.
Garden Versatility
Thrives equally well in containers, borders, or cut flower arrangements.
Maintenance Ease
Reliable perennial performance requires minimal effort for consistent seasonal returns.
Pest Resistance
Natural deterrents keep deer and rabbits from grazing on blooms.
Bloom Season Extension
Late-flowering habit bridges the gap between early spring and summer.
Hardiness Range
Robust adaptability across zones three through nine ensures wide regional success.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Split-Cup Corona Daffodil
Bulb Size
12-14 cm circumference
Plant Height
16 to 18 inches
Planting Depth
6 inches
Plant Spacing
4 to 5 inches
Hardiness Zones
3-9
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Life Cycle
Perennial
Features
- Unique double split-cup bright salmon-pink corona
- Extends the daffodil bloom season
- Perennial, returns year after year
- Hardy and deer-resistant
- Easy to grow and maintain
- Attracts pollinators
- Suitable for containers
- Ideal for cut flowers
What customers say
Customers rave about the superior quality and dependable performance of Fire Drill daffodil bulbs. The bulbs are consistently noted for their large, healthy size, which reliably produces a stunning and vibrant spring display. Blooms accurately match the advertised fiery orange and yellow design, fostering planting confidence. This dependable quality offers excellent value, making these bulbs a highly recommended choice for gardeners desiring dramatic color. They are a fantastic option for a beautiful garden.
Know before you buy
This variety is classified as a late-flowering daffodil. Planting them helps extend your garden's color palette well into the latter part of the spring season.
Yes, daffodils contain natural compounds that make them unpalatable to deer and rabbits. They are an excellent choice for gardens where wildlife browsing is a common concern.
Absolutely. Their 16 to 18-inch height and upright growth habit make them well-suited for pots and containers, provided you ensure the container has adequate drainage.
Plant the bulbs 6 inches deep with 4 to 5 inches of space between them. They perform best in areas that receive full sun and should be planted in well-draining soil.
Yes, Fire Drill is a perennial variety. With proper care and appropriate hardiness zones (3-9), these bulbs will reliably return and multiply in your garden each spring.
They are excellent as cut flowers. Their unique double split-cup corona and striking orange-pink color make them a standout choice for fresh floral arrangements.
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