These dwarf daffodils bloom in early spring. The name Tête-à-Tête translates to "head-to-head," though in this context, it evokes the English phrase for a private conversation between friends.

 

The flowers grow in small clusters, side by side on a stem. The plants have deciduous, strap-like leaves and generally reach about 30 cm in height. When left in the ground, the bulbs will slowly multiply. 

 

They thrive in most soil types, as long as the soil is well-drained, and will grow in both full sun and partial shade. To ensure they flower the following year, bulbs should be purchased at size 8–10 and planted (preferably in natural groupings) at 1½ to 2 times their own depth.

 

So, why choose a spring-flowering plant as October’s plant of the month?

 

The 26th of October marks the anniversary of my mother’s passing (Audrey Lilian Mason). 

 

Over the years, I’ve developed a tradition of planting one of her favourite flowers on this day. The wonderful thing is, they often bloom on her birthday, the 10th of February, allowing me to honour both occasions with a single planting.

 

Sometimes I plant them in pots for indoors, but more often, I plant them in the garden.

 

For more details about this plant of the month, feel free to contact me at info@allchangeconsulting.co.uk

 

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