Double Daffodil 'Cheerfulness' (Narcissus)

Double Daffodil 'Cheerfulness': Fragrant Late-Spring Blooms

Narcissus 'Cheerfulness' is a beloved heirloom double daffodil (Division 4) introduced before 1923 by van der Schoot. Each stem bears 3-6 fragrant, creamy-white flowers with a gardenia-like scent. The petals are arranged in multiple layers, creating a full, ruffled appearance. It blooms in mid to late spring, later than most trumpet daffodils, extending the daffodil season.

Growing and History

Plant bulbs in autumn in well-drained soil, full sun to part shade. 'Cheerfulness' is reliable, perennial, and increases well. Its sweet fragrance makes it excellent for cutting. This cultivar has stood the test of time, remaining popular for over a century due to its elegance and scent.

Taxonomy

• Family: Amaryllidaceae
• Genus: Narcissus
• Cultivar: 'Cheerfulness'
• Hybridizer: van der Schoot
• Introduced: pre-1923