My Grandma Carlson taught me about paperwhites (narcissus) and how easy it is to force their blooms "in the bleak midwinter".
I love this method because no soil is involved and it is fun to see the roots meander through the stones when using a clear planter. I found this glass bowl at my local thrift store, but I found a second one at Walmart this week for $2. The stones are from the dollar store, and the paperwhites are from a nursery (10 for $7.99).
To assemble, simply fill the dish with pebbles, nestle the bulbs inside (I used five for this 7 1/2 inch container), and add water.
Place in a sunny location, maintain the water level, and watch nature go to work.
In several weeks the stems will grow tall resulting in beautiful fragrant white flowers, hopefully like this:
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9 comments:
I have never grown paperwhites...can you believe it? I don't know why...just looked too hard. But you've made a believer out of me! I may have to try it this year.
I've always wanted to do this but didn't know how! Thanks to you, I now do. You are always there for me in so many ways!
What a beautiful way too display them. :O)
Oooooo, very pretty! What a cool idea!!
Very pretty, thanks for sharing.
Gorgeous! It looks easy too, so I might just try it!
I have always thought paperwhites are beautiful. I didn't know they were so easy to grow. I'm going to try this, Julie. Thank you!
Love this...totally trying it!
Thanks for reminding me about paper whites! I would love to do this!
Warmly, Michelle
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