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- Q.Paper Whites - I forced paper whites indoors. now they are really tall and starting to die. How do I move them ...
- Q.Paperwhite Bulbs - I was given several paper white bulbs from an established garden. They have already bloomed and still have green ...
- Q.2 Quick Questions About A Paper White Bulb Flower - I purchased a Paper White bulb today (no flowers on it yet) in a glass vase for bulbed flowers. The ...
- Q.I Left My Paperwhite Bulbs In The Car And They Froze. Now That They Have Defrosted, Will They Still Bloom? - I plan to force them in pebbles.
- Q.I Have Been Forcing Paperwhite Bulbs. Most Have Rooted, But A Few Have Not. Does This Mean They Are Dead? - They have been inside with sufficient sunlight.
- Q.Why Do My Paper Whites Just Have Lots Of Long Green Leaves And No Flowers? - I can't remember if they've already bloomed or not. I live in zone 10 and have planted them in pots. ...
- Q.Paperwhites Are Starting To Bloom In Perennial Garden, The Buds Dry Up And Don’t Flower - The plants are healthy and come back every year
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Anonymous on
January 29, 2019Q.paper whites
I forced paper whites indoors. now they are really tall and starting to die. How do I move them outdoors and when should I do this. I live in New York City and it is only approaching February so there may still be a great deal of freezing days and nights ahead. Should I cut them back and just plant the bulbs or plant the whole plant? how deep do I plant the bulb? first time using this bulb so I know very little.
- Answered by
MichiganDot on
January 29, 2019A.I hope you enjoyed your flowers! Paperwhites are in the narcissus family but they are tropical and won't survive in your climate. They are best treated as annuals and tossed out when done blooming. Even if you could plant them now, reblooming is rarely successful. The bulb has spent its energy stores. In the US, only the coastal south is able to plant paperwhites outdoors. In their native tropics, the foliage has lots of warmth and bright sun to regenerate the bulb. See if this article has information you can use: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/paperwhites/forcing-paperwhite-bulbs.htm
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Anonymous on
March 11, 2019Q.paperwhite bulbs
I was given several paper white bulbs from an established garden. They have already bloomed and still have green foilage. It is already 60-79 degrees in my area. Should I replant them now?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
March 12, 2019A.Now can still be ok. Just make sure to keep them watered right before they get dry until they are well established. Here is an article for more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/paperwhites/growing-paperwhites-outdoors.htm
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Anonymous on
December 5, 2019Q.2 Quick questions about a Paper White bulb flower
I purchased a Paper White bulb today (no flowers on it yet) in a glass vase for bulbed flowers. The stalks are not far from maybe a foot tall and the bulb is pretty big. Very little instructions on the tag that came on the vase so I need to know... 1. Do I take the plastic wrapping off the bulb? And 2. Should I change the water today and if so should I use cold or warm water? It will be inside in the vase it came in (unless I need to put it in a different vase?) Also the roots are pretty long almost touching the bottom of the vase. Please get back to me on how to properly care for this new plant that I purchased today, I have never had one before but they are beautiful and seem to be easy to care for. Thank you, Brandi H.
Answered by
GKH_Susan on
December 9, 2019
Certified ExpertA.Yes remove the plastic from the bulb. You may want to add pebbles to the bottom of the vase to help anchor the roots. Keep water replaced as needed with tepid water. Here are instructions below for forcing the bulb. Also, I am including an article about growing paperwhites outdoors. (Although once they are forced, planting outside isn't usually successful.)
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/paperwhites/forcing-paperwhite-bulbs.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/paperwhites/growing-paperwhites-outdoors.htm
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mobrien9497 on
December 21, 2019
02746Q.I Left My Paperwhite Bulbs In The Car And They Froze. Now That They Have Defrosted, Will They Still Bloom?
I plan to force them in pebbles.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
December 21, 2019
Certified ExpertA.They don't tolerate freezing very well... It is likely that the bulbs are damaged, but they should still germinate. It is possible that they may germinate at a slower pace, but all should still be well.
These articles will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/paperwhites/growing-paperwhites-outdoors.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/paperwhites/forcing-paperwhite-bulbs.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/paperwhites/paperwhites-reblooming.htm
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Gail.kowalski on
January 22, 2020
Bluffton, South CarolinaQ.I Have Been Forcing Paperwhite Bulbs. Most Have Rooted, But A Few Have Not. Does This Mean They Are Dead?
They have been inside with sufficient sunlight.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
January 22, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Unfortunately, your photo did not come through. I would give it a little while, or at least until the bulb starts to wrinkle. This will be an indication that it has failed. If the bulb is still firm then it may still have a chance.
Here is an article that will offer some tips on forcing these bulbs: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/paperwhites/forcing-paperwhite-bulbs.htm
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Anonymous on
April 8, 2020Q.why do my paper whites just have lots of long green leaves and no flowers?
I can't remember if they've already bloomed or not. I live in zone 10 and have planted them in pots. Each bulb was placed about 2 inches deep. I remember my mother (who paid no attention to these bulbs) always had paper whites blooming in her yard. What's up? Why can't I get blooms?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
April 9, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Here's an article that will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/paperwhites/paperwhites-reblooming.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/paperwhites/growing-paperwhites-outdoors.htm
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eachase on
May 17, 2020
Wells Maine 04090Q.Paperwhites Are Starting To Bloom In Perennial Garden, The Buds Dry Up And Don’t Flower
The plants are healthy and come back every year
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
May 19, 2020
Certified ExpertA.This, usually, happens when the nutrient ratios of the soil are off. Usually, too much nitrogen.
In your case, I am going to say climate! Paperwhites are a very specific type of Daffodil that will not do well below zone 8. You are in zone 5, so you will probably need to choose a different variety of Daffodil. Once you do, they will likely flourish.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/paperwhites/growing-paperwhites-outdoors.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/daffodil/daffodil-buds-dont-open.htm
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