Narcissus 'Golden Ducat' is a spectacular double daffodil producing very large, fully double flowers in a rich golden yellow.

Flowering in April and reaching around 45cm tall, its densely packed blooms bring bold colour and texture to spring borders, containers and cut flower displays.

• Height: about 45cm
• Spread: 10–15cm
• Flower colour: golden yellow
• Flowering time: April
• Position: full sun or partial shade
• Soil: fertile, well-drained soil

About Narcissus 'Golden Ducat'

Narcissus 'Golden Ducat' takes the familiar golden colouring of a traditional daffodil and combines it with an impressive fully double flower form.

Rather than a single ring of petals surrounding a central trumpet, the flowers are packed with multiple layers of golden-yellow segments. This creates a large, full bloom with an almost rose-like appearance.

The flowers are held on strong upright stems above narrow, blue-green foliage and make an impressive feature when several bulbs are planted together.

'Golden Ducat' belongs to the Double group of daffodils, a diverse group characterised by flowers with a doubled corona, doubled perianth segments, or both.

Its April flowering period makes it a useful variety for extending daffodil displays into the middle of the spring season.

Benefits for UK Wildlife

While highly double flowers are generally less accessible to pollinating insects than simple, open daffodils, 'Golden Ducat' can still form part of a varied spring planting scheme.

• Adds diversity and colour to spring gardens
• Combines well with pollinator-friendly single-flowered bulbs
• Provides useful cover within mixed bulb planting

For a more wildlife-friendly display, combine 'Golden Ducat' with crocuses, muscari and open-flowered spring plants that offer easier access to pollen and nectar.

Where to Grow Narcissus 'Golden Ducat'

• Spring garden borders
• Patio pots and containers
• Cottage gardens
• Mixed bulb displays
• Cut flower gardens

The substantial double flowers are particularly effective planted in groups, where they create a dense splash of golden colour.

Planting Tips

• Plant bulbs in autumn.
• Choose a sunny or partially shaded position.
• Plant approximately 10–15cm deep.
• Space bulbs around 10cm apart.
• Plant in groups for the strongest visual impact.

After flowering, remove spent blooms but allow the foliage to yellow and die back naturally. This helps replenish the bulbs so they can produce another display the following spring.

Why Grow Narcissus 'Golden Ducat'

• Very large fully double flowers
• Rich golden-yellow colouring
• Flowers during April
• Excellent for cutting
• Ideal for borders and containers

If you love traditional golden daffodils but want something with a little more impact, Narcissus 'Golden Ducat' is an excellent choice. Its exceptionally full double flowers create a bold and luxurious display in the April garden.