Plant Care Narcissus 'Duchess of Westminster'

Narcissus 'Duchess of Westminster'

Taxonomy

Narcissus 'Duchess of Westminster'
Narcissus
Amaryllidaceae
Asparagales

How to care for Narcissus 'Duchess of Westminster'

💦 Water

How often to water your Narcissus 'Duchess of Westminster'

Water needs for Narcissus 'Duchess of Westminster'
0.5 cups
every 9

Narcissus 'Duchess of Westminster' 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 'Duchess of Westminster' in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Narcissus 'Duchess of Westminster': 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Narcissus 'Duchess of Westminster' love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Narcissus 'Duchess of Westminster' does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Narcissus 'Duchess of Westminster'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Narcissus 'Duchess of Westminster': 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 'Duchess of Westminster' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Narcissus 'Duchess of Westminster' 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 'Duchess of Westminster' 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 'Duchess of Westminster' 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 'Duchess of Westminster' is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.


🪴 Soil

Narcissus 'Duchess of Westminster' 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 'Duchess of Westminster' 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 'Duchess of Westminster' 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 'Duchess of Westminster', 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 'Duchess of Westminster'

Narcissus 'Duchess of Westminster'


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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