Daffodil - Narcissus Thalia - ORG

The Thalia daffodil has a remarkable history. It was bred in 1916 by M. van Waveren and Sons in Hillegom — in the heart of the Dutch bulb-growing region. For over a century, it has been a favourite with gardening enthusiasts for its timeless, white elegance. The petals curve slightly backwards, giving it a graceful, almost orchid-like appearance — hence its nickname, the ‘orchid daffodil’.

Two or three flowers per stem

What makes the Thalia particularly generous is that each stem bears two to three flowers. This gives it a full, airy appearance in the border, and as a cut flower, it means that a single sprig can make a complete bouquet. Its light, fresh fragrance also makes it a delight in a vase. It flowers in April and May, on stems measuring 40 to 50 cm.

Planting and naturalisation

Plant the bulbs in autumn at a depth of around 15 cm, in a sunny to lightly shaded spot with well-drained soil. Thalia naturalises easily and returns every year — becoming fuller with age. Allow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering before removing it. Organically grown, certified NL-BIO-01.