{"product_id":"daffodil-dick-wilden-pack-of-4-bulbs","title":"Daffodil Dick Wilden (Pack of 4 Bulbs)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 3.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt;\"\u003eDaffodil Dick Wilden (Pack of 4 Bulbs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e(Narcissus 'Dick Wilden')\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note: These bulbs cannot be shipped to Western Australia or Tasmania due to biosecurity restrictions.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003eBring a burst of golden sunshine to your spring garden with Daffodil Dick Wilden, one of the most admired double daffodils in cultivation. Known for its spectacular, deeply ruffled blooms that resemble golden carnations, this variety is a favourite among gardeners who appreciate bold colour, strong stems, and effortless elegance in their spring displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eDaffodil Dick Wilden is a Division 4 double daffodil that produces large, fully double blooms of extraordinary beauty. The outer petals are a clear lemon yellow, forming a star-shaped frame around a densely packed centre of golden, ruffled petals that twist and layer to create a luxurious, rose-like appearance. The flowers carry a sweet, earthy fragrance and are held on strong, sturdy stems that stand up well to wind and rain. This makes Dick Wilden an outstanding choice as a cut flower, lasting beautifully in a vase and bringing the warmth of spring indoors. The lush green foliage provides a fresh backdrop to the glowing blooms, and the variety is known for its reliable, early-season performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 6.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBulb count: 4 per pack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFlower colours: Lemon yellow outer petals with golden, ruffled double centre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003ePlant height: 35 to 45 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBloom time: July to August (Australian early to mid season)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eNaturalising: Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eSun requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eSoil type: Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFrost tolerance: Hardy, benefits from cold winters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 10.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003ePlant Daffodil Dick Wilden bulbs from March to May, after the summer heat has passed and the soil has cooled. Choose a position in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Because the double blooms are heavier than single varieties, a sheltered spot with some wind protection will help the flowers stand tall. Plant each bulb 10 to 15 cm deep and 10 to 15 cm apart, with the pointed end facing upward. Water generously after planting to settle the soil, then avoid additional watering until green shoots appear. Dick Wilden looks stunning planted in bold drifts in borders or grouped in containers for a dramatic spring focal point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 6.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eWatering and Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003eDuring active growth, keep the soil moderately moist but ensure it drains freely. Daffodils dislike wet feet, especially during their dormant summer period, so reduce watering once the foliage begins to yellow after flowering. Feed with a balanced, low-nitrogen fertiliser such as NPK 6:6:6 or an azalea and camellia food after blooms have faded but while the foliage is still green. This helps the bulb store energy for next season's spectacular display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 6.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003ePruning Advice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003eRemove spent flower heads as soon as blooms have faded to prevent the plant from directing energy into seed production. Leave the foliage in place and allow it to yellow and die back naturally. The leaves are actively feeding the bulb during this time, and premature removal will weaken next year's flowering. Once the leaves have fully collapsed and turned yellow, they can be gently removed or composted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 6.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eClimate Zone Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\"\u003eCool and Alpine (ACT, VIC Highlands, NSW Tablelands): Dick Wilden thrives in cool and alpine regions where cold winters provide the sustained chilling needed for strong flower bud development. Expect large, healthy blooms and reliable naturalising over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\"\u003eTemperate (Melbourne, Adelaide, coastal NSW): This is the ideal climate for Dick Wilden. Plant in a sunny or lightly shaded position with good drainage, and enjoy its magnificent double blooms returning each spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\"\u003eSubtropical (Brisbane, coastal QLD): Flowering may be variable in warmer areas. Pre-chill bulbs in the refrigerator for six to eight weeks before planting to simulate a cold winter. Keep bulbs away from ripening fruit during chilling. Dick Wilden may perform as an annual in warmer subtropical zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\"\u003eTropical and Arid (Darwin, Far North QLD): Not recommended without cold treatment. Double daffodils require a sustained cold period to develop their layered blooms and are unlikely to flower reliably in tropical conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 10.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eImportant Warnings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003eAll parts of the daffodil plant, including bulbs, stems, leaves, and flowers, are toxic if ingested by humans, dogs, cats, and livestock. Keep bulbs stored safely away from children and pets. Wear gloves when handling bulbs as the sap can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals. Do not plant near vegetable gardens where accidental ingestion is a risk. If ingestion occurs, seek medical or veterinary advice immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51837444981048,"sku":"BULB-F-259","price":11.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/files\/daffodil-dick-wilden-pack-of-4-bulbs-2814757.jpg?v=1772300414","url":"https:\/\/www.happyvalleyseeds.com.au\/products\/daffodil-dick-wilden-pack-of-4-bulbs","provider":"Happy Valley Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}