{"product_id":"products-narcissus-golden-ducat-daffodil-bulbs-44202-pk-12","title":"Narcissus Golden Ducat Daffodil Bulbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoyal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit 1978\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNarcissus Golden Ducat is an award-winning heirloom daffodil that brings a gold rush of color to your garden in mid-spring. This treasured variety is celebrated for its large, fully double blooms, each measuring 4 to 5 inches across and packed with layers of pointed, golden yellow petals. The vibrant flowers stand out beautifully against a backdrop of attractive grey-green leaves, adding a touch of elegance and warmth to the garden. Typically borne one or two per long, slender stem, these flowers rise to a mature height of 14 to 16 inches, creating a striking display that is hard to miss. Their gentle fragrance makes them ideal for cutting, allowing you to bring their golden beauty indoors to create dazzling spring bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAs a member of the \u003ci\u003eNarcissus\u003c\/i\u003e family, commonly known as daffodils, Golden Ducat has an upright, clumping habit and a fast growth rate. This variety is known for its ability to multiply and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/blogs\/park-seed-blog\/glossary-of-garden-terms\"\u003enaturalize\u003c\/a\u003e easily, forming sprawling clumps of long, flat, strap-like leaves topped with showy blooms that return year after year. In ideal conditions, ample space, sunlight, water, and fertilizer, these daffodils can thrive for decades, offering reliable and long-lasting beauty in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eGolden Ducat daffodils are versatile and can be planted in groups or masses to create stunning displays in mixed beds, borders, or containers. They are especially effective when planted in large sweeping drifts across open woodland areas, under deciduous trees, or in smaller groupings in front of shrubs. These daffodils mix beautifully with ground covers and other spring-blooming bulbs, adding layers of texture and color to your garden. They can be forced indoors, allowing you to enjoy their golden blooms even in the winter months.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eNarcissus Golden Ducat is a cold-hardy perennial that thrives in USDA Zones 3 and above, making it a reliable choice for gardeners in cooler climates. These daffodils are easy to grow and require minimal maintenance, making them an excellent choice for beginning gardeners and those who look for low-maintenance options. They perform best in sunny to partly shady locations with rich, fertile, well-draining soil that has a neutral to acidic pH.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eWhen planting, space the bulbs about 8 inches apart and plant them 6 inches deep to ensure they have enough room to grow and multiply. Water the daffodils during their growth period, but be careful not to overwater, as bulbs prefer well-drained conditions. To encourage robust flowering, feed the bulbs with a balanced fertilizer, such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/products\/espoma-organic-bulb-tone-bulb-and-flower-food-33163\"\u003eEspoma Organic® Bulb-tone® Bulb and Flower Food\u003c\/a\u003e, as soon as growth begins in the spring. After the flowers bloom, allow the foliage to die back naturally, this process is crucial, as the leaves continue to photosynthesize, storing energy in the bulbs for the next season's growth.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eRelatively pest-free and deer-resistant, Narcissus Golden Ducat is a low-maintenance, high-impact addition to any garden. Whether you're planting them in beds, borders, containers, or using them to brighten up indoor spaces, these golden daffodils deliver unmatched beauty and reliability year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBring your garden to life with the vibrant colors and delightful scents of blooming bulbs. To ensure a successful and thriving garden, explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/blogs\/park-seed-blog\/bulb-planting-chart\"\u003eBulb Planting Chart\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/blogs\/park-seed-blog\/bulb-care-instructions\"\u003eBulb Care Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e. 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