How to care for Ready-to-Bloom Narcissus Baskets

Our Ready-to-Bloom Narcissus Baskets are intended to be displayed outdoors in spring. Upon arrival, carefully remove the packing material. You may find pale, tender leaf tips emerging from the potting mix; these will green up once exposed to sunlight. In some cases, the growing medium may be partly frozen, and this is not harmful to your bulbs. Once thawed, gently press down loose soil and brush off any excess, leaving up to an inch of space from the top of the pot to accommodate watering.

Set the basket of Narcissus bulbs in a sunny location outside. A semi-protected spot near the house—on a porch, patio, or front stoop—is ideal. Bulbs have everything they need to grow and bloom (fertilizer is unnecessary) and have been pre-chilled for the right amount of time. They will endure spring’s freezing and thawing temperatures, and precipitation, with minimal care. Water when the potting mix feels dry to the touch. We recommend removing the pot from the basket before watering if possible, giving it time to drain before replacing it in the basket.

Please note that the growth of the bulbs will be slower in colder temperatures and faster in warmer temperatures. Bulbs usually begin blooming 4-6 weeks after arrival.

What you do with your bulbs after they bloom depends on your climate and your inclinations. The Narcissus (Daffodil) bulbs can be planted outdoors if they are hardy in your area, and most are hardy to Zone 4. If you choose to plant your Daffodils, plant in the ground at the same level as in the pot. Expect a year or more to pass before the bulbs will bloom again.