large-cupped daffodil

The large-cupped daffodil, or Narcissus 'American Lakes', should be watered on a regular basis, but should not be over-watered. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch. During the flowering period, it will need more water and should be watered a bit more frequently. It is also important to keep the soil evenly moist during this time, as too much or too little water can be detrimental to the plant's health and flowering. In general, water the large-cupped daffodil between once and twice a week.

Large-cupped daffodil (Narcissus 'American Lakes') thrives best in full sunlight and special care must be taken to ensure the plant receives the optimal amount of sunlight it needs to thrive. During the active growing season (spring and early summer), this variety should be exposed to 8 to 10 hours of direct sunlight each day. However, during the hottest months of the summer, it's best to provide the plant with some afternoon shade and keep its exposure to direct sunlight limited to no more than 6 hours per day. Additionally, the American Lakes daffodil prefers at least 4 hours of indirect sunlight each day to maintain its health and growth.

Large-cupped daffodil (Narcissus 'American Lakes') should be pruned once the bloom cycle is complete. Generally, the bloom period for this particular species lasts from mid-Spring to early Summer. If pruning is necessary, it should take place soon after the bloom period as this will stimulate the growth of the foliage and enable fresh blooms to appear in the next season. When pruning, only the spent blooms and foliage should be removed to promote healthy growth in upcoming seasons.