Mount Hood Trumpet Daffodil
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking reliable, deer-resistant spring blooms.
Discover the Mount Hood Trumpet Daffodil, a beloved snow-white variety known for its large, pristine blooms. These daffodils start as pale yellow and mature to a perfect ivory, adding elegant color to your spring garden. Renowned for their naturalizing ability, they are easy to plant in fall and reliably return year after year, often increasing in number. Mount Hood daffodils are an excellent choice for pairing with other early spring bulbs, creating a stunning visual display. They are shipped in the fall, ensuring they are ready for planting to bring enduring beauty to your landscape.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a sophisticated, high-contrast spring display
- Homeowners living in areas with high deer and rodent populations
- Landscapers wanting low-maintenance plants that return every year
Who should skip it
- Pet owners and parents of small, curious children
- Gardeners who prioritize a tidy, manicured aesthetic year-round
- Residents in regions prone to unpredictable late-season freezes
Performance breakdown
Naturalization Potential
Reliably multiplies and returns for years of effortless spring color.
Pest Resistance
Naturally deters deer and squirrels, protecting your garden investment.
Climate Versatility
Thrives across a broad range of zones from two through nine.
Visual Impact
Large, pristine ivory blooms create a sophisticated focal point.
Pollinator Friendliness
Supports local bee populations while enhancing your landscape aesthetic.
Planting Ease
Straightforward fall planting requirements make for a stress-free gardening experience.
Key Specs
Growing Zones
2-9
Mature Height
14-16 inches tall
Flower Bulb Size
14-16 cm
Planting Depth
6 inches deep
Bulb Spacing
6 per sq ft
Soil Type
Well-drained, acidic, loamy
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
Toxicity
Toxic to animals (bulbs, blooms, leaves, stems)
Features
- World's favorite snow-white daffodil
- Blooms transition from pale yellow to ivory
- Excellent for naturalizing and perennial return
- Deer and squirrel resistant
- Bee friendly
- Suitable for containers
- Great as cut flowers
- Thrives in a wide range of zones
What customers say
Customers express overwhelming satisfaction with the Mount Hood Trumpet Daffodil, focusing on its aesthetic quality and reliable performance. Reviewers consistently praise the exceptional sprouting rates, leading to vigorous growth and a stunning display of large, pure white blooms. The beautiful color transition from creamy yellow to brilliant white is frequently highlighted. Buyers appreciate receiving healthy, robust bulbs that deliver dependable perennial returns year after year. The strong, tall stems hold up well, making these daffodils excellent for cutting and landscape impact. While minor first year inconsistencies occur, the consensus strongly recommends this variety for its consistent beauty and impressive visual value in the garden.
Know before you buy
Not exactly. The blooms start as a pale yellow and gradually transition to a crisp, pristine ivory as they mature.
Yes, daffodils contain natural compounds that make them unpalatable to most garden pests, including deer and squirrels, which typically avoid them.
Absolutely. Mount Hood daffodils perform well in containers, provided you use a pot with good drainage and ensure the bulbs are planted at the recommended depth.
Naturalizing means the bulbs are capable of spreading and multiplying on their own over time. If left undisturbed, they will reliably return each spring and gradually increase in number to create a fuller display.
No, these bulbs are toxic to animals if ingested. It is best to plant them in areas where your pets do not dig or graze.
They prefer well-drained, loamy, and slightly acidic soil. Good drainage is essential to prevent the bulbs from rotting during the dormant season.
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