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- The narcissus bulb - a highly toxic power plant
- The onion is the energy storage center of the daffodil
- Daffodil leaves should not be cut too soon, otherwise the onion suffers
- Where does a narcissus bulb grow best?
- Warning: onion is highly toxic!
- From one to many makes: After a short time grow bulbs
- Tips & Tricks
The narcissus bulb stores energy and toxins
The narcissus bulb - a highly toxic power plant
Daffodils - everyone knows the bright yellow spring messengers. Some are so fond of them that they plant themselves in the garden or in the pot in the apartment. But there are few facts about the onion of this plant that few people know ...
The onion is the energy storage center of the daffodil
The onion is the power plant of the plant and its energy storage center. With her, the narcissus outlasted the soil for many years. Every year, she repopulates between February and March and produces flowers. That would not be possible without the work of the onion.
But the power of the onion does not come from nowhere. Daffodils in the pot must be regularly fertilized during their growing season. Daffodils should also be supplied with moderate amounts of fertilizer, for example in the form of compost. Otherwise, the onion will soon leach out the soil and enter because of nutrient deficiencies.
Daffodil leaves should not be cut too soon, otherwise the onion suffers
The onion absorbs nutrients from the leaves after flowering. Therefore, the leaves should not be cut off too early. Cut the leaves off first, if at all, when they turn yellow.
Where does a narcissus bulb grow best?
When planting a narcissus bulb, a sunny to partially shaded spot should be chosen. The substrate should have the following characteristics:
Warning: onion is highly toxic!
Watch out! The narcissus bulb is highly toxic. Already 1 onion can decide about a person's life and death. Even pets are not immune to their poison. When storing the onions, be careful not to fold them with kitchen onions. The likelihood of confusion is great.
From one to many makes: After a short time grow bulbs
A single onion is already suitable for propagation. It forms in the underground brutzwiebeln, which can be excavated after flowering and planted in another place. Those who do not separate the onions run the risk that the daffodils will soon stop blooming due to a lack of nutrients.
Tips & Tricks
Wear gloves and keep them away from pets and toddlers when handling the poisonous narcissus bulb!