The result is shorter leaf and stem growth without a reduction in flower size or longevity. This method is best used when growing in water, either in a vase or in clear container. At that time, remove the existing water, and replace with alcohol water and use it for all the subsequent waterings. Avoid beer, wine or other sugary alcohols. As always, if you have any questions, please reach out to us! For more Christmas gift ideas for plant lovers, visit this post. Receive timely tips, sales, events and education program information.
Plus details on new arrivals here at the store. When to plant? What do you need? Paperwhite bulbs Vase or watertight container Water Decorative stones or glass pebbles optional Growing in a Vase Place the bulb, root side down, in a slender vase or specially designed forcing vase.
Growing in Stone or Glass Pebbles For decorative purposes, you can also add pebbles of stone or glass to the water areas in your vase. Growing in Potting Soil This method is different because you need a container with very good drainage. Pro Tip We have mentioned the need to stake or support these pretty often in this post but there is an easy and economical way to keep the plants short and avoid this issue altogether!
Share this: Twitter Facebook Pinterest Email. Our Inventory See What's Growing. Thank you for growing with us for over 45 years! Loading Comments Email Required Name Required Website. After that, snip off the faded flowers and either enjoy the green leaves as a houseplant for a few more weeks or drop the bulbs and leaves in the compost pile.
These are not bulbs to keep around and try to get them to rebloom; it can take several years of pampering for that to happen. There are a few different varieties that offer varying scents, colors, and sizes. Note that the newer paperwhite varieties often have softer fragrances if you find the standard ones too strong. Some also have thicker stems so are less likely to flop. By Charlotte Germane Updated December 11, Each product we feature has been independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team.
If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission. Save Pin FB More. Create a temporary holiday centerpiece by placing paperwhites in a large vase filled with cranberries.
The fruit will rot in water, so return the bulbs to pebbles after a day or two. Credit: William N. Paperwhites may begin to flop over when they reach their full height.
Credit: Michael Garland. Nir is a more user-friendly Ziva with shorter stems, less assertive fragrance, and showier white flowers. Try Inbal if you like Ziva but want a milder fragrance and a flatter cup.
Plant this one in soil, not on stones. A full reusable twig basket of paperwhite bulbs. You could even get a basket liner, fill the basket with soil, and plant your own gorgeous garden of paperwhites. Paperwhites: 50 Bulbs in a Wild Horse Basket. Where to Plant Paperwhites are fantastic indoor or outdoor plants that fancy well-drained soil but can also be grown in water and pebbles. When to Plant Paperwhites can be planted outdoors anytime from fall through winter in zones 8 to 10, with flowers arriving in the spring.
How to Plant in Soil For outdoor landscape planting, find a spot where the soil drains well and your Paperwhites will receive plenty of sun. Dig holes and plant the bulbs directly next to each other with the pointy ends facing up.
Water until the soil is roughly as damp as a wrung-out sponge. How to Plant in Pebbles and Water Select a container with tall sides if possible, such as a vase or other type of glass vessel, so that you can watch the roots grow.
Add water to the container so it just barely reaches the tops of the pebbles. Place the bulbs on top of the pebbles with the pointy ends facing up so that the bottoms of the bulbs are just barely in contact with the water. Set your container in a bright, sunny area, such as on a windowsill. How to Grow Keep the soil slightly moist during active growth periods. If planting in pebbles, monitor the water levels routinely, ensuring the bulbs never sit in standing water, which will cause them to mold.
Keep the stems straight by rotating your containers daily if growing indoors. Pack your containers full if growing in soil, as doing so will create a full display of blooms and reduce the risk of floppy stems. Order pre-planted Paperwhites for spectacular gifts that take the guesswork out of gardening. Add some decorative branches to your indoor containers to serve as a trellis or support for the stems.
Be mindful when forcing indoors that you're growing Paperwhites and not a different type of Narcissus. Keep in Touch Sign up for our weekly newsletter and be the first to know about coupons, special promotions and gardening secrets!
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