Daffodil 'Hoop Petticoat'

How to grow Daffodil 'Hoop Petticoat' in NZ

Growing Daffodil 'Hoop Petticoat' in NZ is simple and rewarding. Plant the bulbs in autumn in a sunny or partially shaded position with well drained soil. Place bulbs about 8 to 10 cm apart and at a depth twice the bulb height. This variety is tolerant of frost and wind, making it suitable for many NZ gardens. Once planted, 'Hoop Petticoat' naturalises easily, returning each spring with even more blooms, creating a reliable display year after year.

Daffodil 'Hoop Petticoat' care tips

Caring for Daffodil 'Hoop Petticoat' is easy with just a few simple steps. Water during dry periods in spring to encourage flowering. After blooming, leave the foliage to die back naturally so the bulbs can store energy for the following season. Fertilise lightly with a bulb fertiliser in autumn and again in spring to boost growth and flowering. With its resilience and low maintenance needs, 'Hoop Petticoat' is an excellent choice for NZ gardens.

Daffodil 'Hoop Petticoat' size, spacing, and growth rate

Daffodil 'Hoop Petticoat' grows to about 15 to 20 cm tall with slender foliage and abundant, bright yellow trumpet shaped flowers. For best effect, space bulbs 8 to 10 cm apart when planting in groups. The growth rate is moderate, but bulbs readily multiply over time, creating expanding clusters of blooms. This makes 'Hoop Petticoat' perfect for naturalising and for creating cheerful drifts of colour in rockeries, lawns, and garden beds.

Landscaping uses for Daffodil 'Hoop Petticoat'

Daffodil 'Hoop Petticoat' is highly versatile in landscaping, adding charm and cheer to spring gardens. Its petite size makes it ideal for rockeries, containers, borders, and underplanting in mixed beds. It is also excellent for naturalising in grassy areas, woodland gardens, or beneath deciduous trees, where it will return year after year. The unique flared trumpet flowers bring individuality and elegance, complementing other spring bulbs and perennials beautifully.

Why buy Daffodil 'Hoop Petticoat' from The Plant Company?

Buying Daffodil 'Hoop Petticoat' from The Plant Company ensures you receive premium quality bulbs selected for NZ growing conditions. As NZ’s most trusted plant nursery, we pride ourselves on supplying strong, healthy plants that deliver exceptional results. Each order is carefully packaged for safe delivery, with fast nationwide shipping available. Choosing The Plant Company means expert guidance, dependable service, and confidence your daffodils will thrive each spring.