Plant Care Narcissus 'Chubby Chops'

Narcissus 'Chubby Chops'

Taxonomy

Narcissus 'Chubby Chops'
Narcissus
Amaryllidaceae
Asparagales

How to care for Narcissus 'Chubby Chops'

💦 Water

How often to water your Narcissus 'Chubby Chops'

Water needs for Narcissus 'Chubby Chops'
0.5 cups
every 9

Narcissus 'Chubby Chops' needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Narcissus 'Chubby Chops' in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Narcissus 'Chubby Chops': 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Narcissus 'Chubby Chops' love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Narcissus 'Chubby Chops' does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Narcissus 'Chubby Chops' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Narcissus 'Chubby Chops'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Narcissus 'Chubby Chops': repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Narcissus 'Chubby Chops' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Narcissus 'Chubby Chops' prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Narcissus 'Chubby Chops' requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Narcissus 'Chubby Chops' is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Narcissus 'Chubby Chops' is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.


🪴 Soil

Narcissus 'Chubby Chops' does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!


💩 Fertilizer

Narcissus 'Chubby Chops' is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Narcissus 'Chubby Chops' can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.


🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Narcissus 'Chubby Chops', since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Narcissus 'Chubby Chops'

Narcissus 'Chubby Chops'


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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