Daffodil Bulb Problems

If you are experiencing daffodil bulb problems, meaning that your flower will not bloom or else it's looking drooping and unhealthy, you may be doing a number of things wrong. Here are some common reasons why your daffodils may not be blooming.

First, either your daffodil bulbs have not been fed in a long while, or else you've been feeding your daffodils with a high-nitrogen content fertilizer. This type of fertiziler will help the flower grow immensely, but it tends to stem the blooming of flowers.

Second, your daffodil bulbs have been planted in the shade and/or there is too much competition for food and water. Daffodils need a good amount of sun (let's say a good 5-8 hours worth a day at least) in order to bloom properly. Also, if you've planted your daffodils in a high competition area, let's say under an evergreen tree, near ivy, or other deep rooted and vigorous plants, than your flowers may be lacking in nutrients and water, because those nasty nutrient sucking plants are taking it all. You should then find a more desirable place to plant your daffodil bulbs.

Thirdly, your daffodils might be in an aread where there is poor drainage. Though the all flowers need a good healthy supply of water, standing water and puddles will only weaken the roots fo your daffodils, killing them slowly and lessening the blooming. It's best if you have them in a good drainage area and artificially water them so you can control exactly how much water they're actually getting.