Daffodils are one of the earlier spring bulbs, rising up with their cheerful, yellow heads long before other plants blossom. Once the flower is spent; however, what should you do with the leaves? Some people tie up daffodil leaves after the bulb has flowered, while still others opt for braiding daffodils. Which is correct, and is either method a good idea? Read on to learn what, if anything, to do with daffodil leaves after bloom. Should you Tie Daffodils after Flowering? Daffodil blooms stay perky and colorful for around four to six weeks. After that the foliage becomes less erect and eventually begins to yellow. While the plants might look less than tidy, the time period between flower fade and cutting back of the foliage is crucial. During this time, the bulb absorbs energy through the leaves via the sun. This energy is then used the following year to produce […]
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