Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
White Fragrant
Growth Habit
Clump forming
Bloom Season
Summer
Flavour Profile
Ornamental
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open Pollinated
Plant Type
Flowering Plant
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
N/A
Plant Height
30–60 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
8–11
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
25–30 cm
Planting Depth
1–2 cm
Growing Conditions
Sandy
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Pancratium maritimum thrive in sandy coastal gardens?
Can Pancratium maritimum thrive in sandy coastal gardens?
Yes. It naturally grows in sandy coastal habitats and performs best in well-drained, sandy soil with full sun.
Do the flowers produce a noticeable fragrance?
Do the flowers produce a noticeable fragrance?
Yes. The elegant white blooms are highly fragrant, especially during warm evenings, making them a distinctive feature of this Mediterranean species.
Can Pancratium maritimum be grown in large containers?
Can Pancratium maritimum be grown in large containers?
Yes. It grows well in deep pots with excellent drainage, particularly where winter conditions are too cold for year-round outdoor cultivation.
Will Sea Daffodil tolerate drought after establishment?
Will Sea Daffodil tolerate drought after establishment?
Yes. Once established, it is well adapted to dry conditions and requires only occasional watering in well-drained soil.
Does Pancratium maritimum attract pollinators?
Does Pancratium maritimum attract pollinators?
Yes. Its fragrant flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects during the blooming season.
Are Sea Daffodil bulbs or seeds edible?
Are Sea Daffodil bulbs or seeds edible?
No. Fresh bulbs are poisonous and the plant should be grown for ornamental purposes only. Avoid ingesting any part of the plant.