Do paperwhites come back every year?

The leaves supply the energy the plant needs to produce flowers during the next season. In warm climates, paperwhites are less demanding than other narcissus varieties. With this minimal care, they’ll come back from year to year.

How do you take care of a paperwhite plant?

Keep the soil consistently moist, but not soggy. Paperwhites will bloom in about two to four weeks. Once the plants begin to bloom, the floral display typically lasts one to two weeks. For longest bloom, keep the soil moist and move the pot out of direct sun.

Why are they called paper whites?

A sub-species of the Narcissus tazetta, paperwhites get their name from their delicate, bright white flowers. Paperwhite flowers are recognised by their strong fragrance that is known to permeate every room when grown indoors.

Where are paperwhites native to?

Mediterranean
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.

Can a Paperwhite narcissus bloom in the winter?

Paperwhites ( Narcissus papyraceus, a sub-species of Narcissus tazetta) are popular indoor plants for winter and the holiday season. Unlike other narcissus, paperwhites don’t require a chilling period, so forcing them into bloom indoors is as easy as putting the bulbs in water and waiting.

How tall does a Narcissus Paperwhite bulb get?

About Narcissus Paperwhite Bulbs. Paperwhites are native to the Mediterranean region. They produce daffodil-like white blooms on slender stems 1 to 2 feet tall. Each stem produces four to eight flowers that are typically an inch wide and snowy white.

How to keep Paperwhite Narcissus from toppling over?

Tight spacing is fine; paperwhites not only look better in a large group, but the tight fit will help keep them from toppling over. Add another layer of stones to fill in any gaps and cover the bulbs up to their shoulders. The pointed tips should still be showing.

What kind of soil do you need for Narcissus paperwhites?

They grow in the proper zone as long as you get them into the soil in fall or give them a cold period before planting. Narcissus requires well-draining soil in full sun. Amend the soil with leaf litter or plenty of compost when growing paperwhites. Dig holes 3 to 4 inches deep when planting paperwhites.