Peruvian daffodil 'Ismene'

Hymenocallis x festalis

How to grow Peruvian daffodil 'Ismene'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Divide in spring every 4 to 5 years, where hardy.1

Peruvian daffodils grow well in containers. Keep soil moist and feed monthly with a slow release fertilizer from spring to fall.1

The neck of the bulb should only be at soil level.3

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Ismene is thought of as tender, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date.

Growing Ismene from seed

Soil temperature should be kept higher than 16°C / 61°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting Ismene

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Ismene is a tender plant.

Harvesting Ismene

Other Names for Peruvian daffodil 'Ismene'

hymenocallis

Footnotes

1 www.gaygardener.com

2 Garden Guides entry on Peruvian daffodil

3 digdropdone.com/bulbs/hymenocallis-hymenocallis-festalis-ismene-festalis.html