Plant Care Poet's Narcissus

Poet's Narcissus

Also known as

Old Pheasant's Eye and Pheasant's Eye Daffodil

Taxonomy

Narcissus poeticus
Narcissus
Amaryllidaceae
Asparagales

How to care for Poet's Narcissus

💦 Water

How often to water your Poet's Narcissus

Water needs for Poet's Narcissus
0.5 cups
every 9

Poet's Narcissus needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Poet's Narcissus

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Poet's Narcissus in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Poet's Narcissus: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Poet's Narcissus love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Poet's Narcissus does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Poet's Narcissus in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Poet's Narcissus

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Poet's Narcissus: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Poet's Narcissus after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Poet's Narcissus is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Poet's Narcissus →

Common Poet's Narcissus Problems →


💦 Water Needs

Poet's Narcissus prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Poet's Narcissus Water Frequency →

Poet's Narcissus Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Poet's Narcissus requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Poet's Narcissus Light Requirements →

Poet's Narcissus Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Poet's Narcissus is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.


🪴 Soil

Poet's Narcissus does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Poet's Narcissus →

When and How to Successfully Repot Poet's Narcissus →


💩 Fertilizer

Poet's Narcissus is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Poet's Narcissus is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.

How and When to Prune Poet's Narcissus →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Poet's Narcissus can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Poet's Narcissus Temperature Tolerance →


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Poet's Narcissus

Poet's Narcissus

Poet's Narcissus


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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