How long should my scented narcissi last? 

This is certainly one of our frequently asked questions and the answer isn't that straightforward. 

We err on the side of caution and say 5-7 days and in a warm house 5 days is about the limit. During those 5 days you will be hit with the flowers' natural perfume because in the heat the oils,  that give the scent,  are rapidly released from the flower heads and diffused around the room.

We recommend that you enjoy your flowers somewhere as cool as possible, a hallway or vestibule is perfect.  If you want to enjoy your flowers in a room that you use a little more maybe consider moving them to a cooler place when you are out of the house and at night.  The cooler the spot you choose the longer the narcissi with last and the slower the perfume will be released.   

We are often surprised by reports we receive from people who have kept their narcissi going far longer than 7 days. We had one such report from Tracy McLachlan who kept her Christmas flowers going until 29th January in a cool conservatory!  

Find out more about caring for your flowers here...