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Urgent warning to people buying £1 daffodil bouquets from supermarkets

The bright yellow blooms are a sign that spring has sprung – but gardening expert David Denyer has urged people to follow one 'vital step' after buying daffodils

We're talking about the iconic Daffodil: a flower renowned for its mood-lifting hue, unique shape, and pocket-friendly price tag. In a statement to the Mirror, the expert revealed that daffodils secrete a 'sticky sap' when their stems are cut - a substance that's toxic to both plants and humans. Overwatering daffodils can lead to bulb rot, causing the leaves to yellow and wilt - and can even result in the bloom dying off completely.

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