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Where do wild daffodils grow in Germany?

Today, wild daffodils can only be found along the German-French border in Germany, especially in the Eifel and Hunsrück National Parks. There they bloom in meadows and deciduous forests before the trees form their leaves and the daffodils get too much shade. The wild-growing species include the yellow daffodil (Narcissus pseudonarcissus), the white or Poet's Daffodil (Narcissus poeticus) and Star Daffodil (Narcissus radiiflorus). The wild daffodils have smaller flowers, shorter stems and paler colors compared to the garden forms.

Where do daffodils grow best in the garden?

Daffodils prefer one moist and nutrient-rich soil. Flowerbeds are well suited, but they also do well individually on the lawn. The

Location should be sunny. while she penumbra are still well tolerated, you should never place daffodils in too shady a location plant. A sheltered spot is also advantageous, as the long stems can easily break in strong winds.

Where do daffodils come from?

The origin of daffodils is this southwestern Europe. Especially in Spain and southern France, near the Atlantic, the amaryllis grow in large numbers on mountain meadows and in sparse forests.

How long have daffodils been growing in Germany?

In Germany, daffodils have only been around since 16. century known. Due to farming and forestry, their natural occurrence has declined sharply since the 1970s. They are now classified as an endangered species in the Red List. A number of foundations are now working to ensure that daffodils can grow in meadows again.