Should I tie or braid the daffodil leaves after the daffodils are done blooming?

Question:

Should I tie or braid the daffodil leaves after the daffodils are done blooming?

Answer:

After flowering, daffodil foliage typically persists for 4 to 6 weeks.  Daffodil foliage tends to get floppy and look a little unruly.  However, it’s best to leave the foliage alone and not tie or braid the leaves.  The daffodil foliage manufactures food for the plant.  Adequate amounts of food must be stored in the bulbs in order for the daffodils to bloom the following spring.  Tying the leaves together with rubber bands or braiding the foliage reduces the leaf area exposed to sunlight.  As a result, the leaves manufacture smaller amounts of food.  Plus, tying or braiding the foliage is a time-consuming chore.