Daffodil Poeticus Actaea
Best fragrant heirloom bulb for gardeners seeking reliable, naturalizing spring blooms.
Brighten your spring garden with the Daffodil Poeticus Actaea, a cherished heirloom variety. This pack includes 10 bulbs, perfect for planting in the fall to enjoy their stunning blooms in mid to late spring. These daffodils boast pure white petals surrounding a small, scarlet-edged cup, and are intensely fragrant, making them ideal for cutting. Celebrated for their naturalizing ability and recognized with an RHS Award of Garden Merit, they promise beauty year after year.
$20.75
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
717
/ 3088
#717 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-12%
Below average
Count
10
/ bulbs
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking fragrant blooms for bouquets and pathways
- Landscapers wanting low-maintenance, self-spreading perennial drifts
- Homeowners dealing with hungry deer and burrowing garden pests
Who should skip it
- Gardeners planning for early spring color displays
- Impatient planters looking for immediate, high-impact results
- Minimalists prioritizing tidy garden beds throughout the season
Performance breakdown
Fragrance Intensity
A standout choice for gardeners prioritizing a strong, sweet floral scent.
Naturalizing Potential
Reliably returns and spreads to create lush, permanent garden displays.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and striking aesthetics make these perfect for indoor arrangements.
Hardiness Range
Versatile enough to thrive across a broad spectrum of climate zones.
Visual Impact
The scarlet-edged cup provides a sophisticated contrast to pure white petals.
Planting Ease
Standard depth requirements make these accessible for gardeners of all levels.
Key Specs
Count
10 bulbs
Size/Grade
10/12cm
Height
16-18 inches tall
Planting Depth
6 inches deep
Spacing
6 inches apart
Bloom Time
Mid to Late Spring
Hardiness Zones
3 through 8
Origin
Holland
Features
- Heirloom daffodil variety
- Intensely fragrant flowers
- Pure white petals with scarlet-edged cup
- Blooms mid to late spring
- Excellent for naturalizing
- RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
- Ideal for cut flowers
- Ships in Fall
What customers say
Customers express high satisfaction with the Daffodil Poeticus Actaea bulbs, focusing primarily on exceptional aesthetic performance and reliable quality. Reviewers consistently note the healthy, firm condition of the bulbs upon arrival, which leads to successful planting. The resulting display is celebrated for its striking pure white petals and distinctive red rimmed cup, providing an elegant, late season burst of color. Gardeners also value the strong, classic fragrance and the variety's robust nature as an excellent perennializer, returning vigorously each year. The blooms are reliably true to type and highly resistant to pests. Overall, these bulbs deliver exceptional garden performance and dependable hardiness, making them a highly recommended choice for a reliable, elegant spring display.
Know before you buy
These bulbs should be planted in the fall before the ground freezes. This allows them to establish roots during the cooler months so they are ready to bloom in mid to late spring.
Yes, the Poeticus Actaea is well-regarded for its ability to naturalize. When planted in a suitable location, they will multiply and return year after year, spreading beauty throughout your landscape.
For best results, plant the bulbs 6 inches deep and space them 6 inches apart. This depth ensures the bulbs are protected from temperature fluctuations while providing enough room for the plants to reach their mature height of 18 inches.
Absolutely. These daffodils are excellent as cut flowers, and their intense fragrance makes them a wonderful choice for bringing the scent of spring indoors.
They thrive in either full sun or partial sun. While they are quite adaptable, providing them with at least six hours of sunlight will help ensure the most vigorous blooms.
These bulbs are hardy in USDA zones 3 through 8. If you live within these zones, the bulbs are cold-hardy enough to survive the winter and return the following spring.
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