Botanical Name

Narcissus 'King Alfred'

Commonly known as King Alfred Daffodil

Narcissus 'King Alfred' (King Alfred Daffodil)
Bulb

The classic golden trumpet daffodil. Naturalizes into massive sweeps that return for decades.

Quick Reference
Bloom Season
Mar to Apr
USDA Zones
3-9
Sun
Full Sun or Part Sun
Water
Moderate - regular watering
Mature Height
14-18"
Bloom Colors
Yellow
Deer Resistant Pollinator Friendly Low Maintenance Cut Flower
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About This Name

Narcissus 'King Alfred' is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify King Alfred Daffodil unambiguously. The genus Narcissus places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for King Alfred Daffodil, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Narcissus 'King Alfred' will give you the most precise results.