Do paperwhites come back every year? Even in warm climates, paperwhites are usually treated as annuals. The bulbs require hot, dry summers in order to produce a good show of flowers the following year. For this reason, they are considered perennials only in Southern California and parts of Texas. Narcissus are excellent for growing indoors […]
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Which paperwhites don’t smell? Wintersun Paperwhites – This paperwhite is nearly fragrance free, with a very light, faint floral scent completely different from the normal musky scent. Paperwhites can smell sweet — or stink. Even though I love spending time out in the garden in fall and winter, I still crave having flowering plants around
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Can I grow paperwhites indoors? The most common way to grow paperwhites is to plant them in pots indoors. They are especially popular for decorating at Christmastime. If you want flowers for Christmas or winter, plant paperwhites in late fall to early winter. Paperwhites can actually be planted indoors any time of year, but the
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How long do paperwhite bulbs take to grow? After planting, keep the bulbs in a cool—about 65 °F—and dark room for several weeks until the roots take hold and shoots start to sprout from the bulbs. Then place the containers in a cool, sunny location. In 4-6 weeks, you’ll see tiny blossoms on the flower
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Where do paperwhite bulbs come from? Narcissus papyraceus (from papyrus and aceus; meaning paper-like), one of a few species known as paperwhite, is a perennial bulbous plant native to the Mediterranean region, from Greece to Portugal plus Morocco and Algeria. The species is considered naturalized in the Azores, Corsica, Texas, California and Louisiana. Paperwhites can
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What are the best paperwhite bulbs? Ziva – Ziva paperwhites are by far the most popular paperwhite. Ziva paperwhites are more fragrant than other paperwhites. They grow 18 – 22 inches tall. The bulbs typically produce one stem with clusters of 6-8 flowers. If you want a super fragrant paperwhite, Ziva paperwhites are the best
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When to plant paperwhite bulbs in pots? Paperwhites can be planted outdoors anytime from fall through winter in zones 8 to 10, with flowers arriving in the spring. However, those in cooler climates can also enjoy the blossoms by forcing indoors! We recommend planting a new batch every 2 to 3 weeks from October to
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When should I plant paperwhite bulbs? Paperwhites can be planted outdoors anytime from fall through winter in zones 8 to 10, with flowers arriving in the spring. However, those in cooler climates can also enjoy the blossoms by forcing indoors! We recommend planting a new batch every 2 to 3 weeks from October to January
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Is it cheaper to build a greenhouse or buy a kit? According to our research and the collective wisdom of the gardening community, opting for a greenhouse kit is not only more cost-efficient but also saves you a heap of time and potential headaches. So, if you’re weighing your options, buying a greenhouse kit tends
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How to insulate a pop-up greenhouse? Insulate the interior using bubble wrap Bubble wrap is a relatively cheap and effective way to cold-proof your greenhouse. The air in the bubbles adds an insulating layer that keeps the warmth in and the cold out. Greenhouses, whether of glass or plastic, can overheat in sunny weather. Plants
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