See what paperwhite narcissus looks like after about three weeks in water. These bulbs have budded up and will soon bloom!
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Today is part two of forcing paperwhite narcissus in water. In the last video, we put these lovely bulbs into these containers with water, and at that point, they were just bulbs. I wanted to show you that after a little over three weeks, they are growing really nicely.
As you can see, this method works really well. You put the bulb in, and at first, you might think, “I don’t know if this is ever going to do anything,” but then you start to see a little bit of green coming up, and all of a sudden, they begin to grow really nicely.
This isn’t flowering yet; I will be doing a follow-up video when it is. However, you can see that this bulb here on the left does have a little flower stalk that is going to be developing soon—probably within the next week. This flower stalk will produce a beautiful white flower that smells heavenly and will perfume your indoor garden.
You can even see this one if you look inside. There’s that one there too, with the flower stalk still coming up. It may be lagging behind the other one a little bit, which is perfectly normal. The bulbs will vary in how quickly they form the flower stalks and then start to bloom.
I had them both being grown in the same location, but I had originally placed them in a darker spot. When I noticed the leaf stems starting to grow, I moved them into a slightly brighter location.
Another thing to keep in mind when growing paperwhite narcissus is to replace the water regularly. You can pull the bulb up a bit, pour out all the old water, and add some new warm or tepid water for the plants. Do this every three days or so to keep the water fresh.
These bulbs will suck up water like crazy, and you want to avoid stagnant water, which can affect growth and even cause the flowers to bloom and then die back prematurely. Stagnant water can lead to the plant stopping its flowering much more quickly.
This is what your plants will look like when they are growing. If they start to flop, which may happen as they get taller, you can always put a stake next to the container or in the container if you’re growing these in soil or a larger setup. Staking them can help keep them upright.
I’ve also let the foliage fall while the flower stalks grow high. The main thing is that it’s pretty and perfuming your indoor garden.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Forcing Paperwhite Narcissus
What is the process for forcing paperwhite narcissus?
Forcing paperwhite narcissus involves placing the bulbs in water-filled containers, allowing them to grow indoors. After about three weeks, the bulbs will begin to sprout green shoots and eventually produce flowers.
How long does it take for paperwhite narcissus to bloom?
After planting the bulbs, you can expect to see growth within a few weeks. The actual flowering usually occurs within a week or so after the flower stalks start to develop.
What should I do if my paperwhite narcissus starts to flop?
If your plants start to flop as they grow taller, you can use a stake next to the container or in the soil to keep them upright. This will help support the stems as they develop.
How often should I change the water for my paperwhite narcissus?
It’s recommended to change the water every three days. Pull the bulb up, pour out the old water, and add fresh warm or tepid water to prevent stagnation and encourage healthy growth.
Can I grow paperwhite narcissus in a dark location?
While you can start the bulbs in a darker spot, it’s best to move them to a brighter location once you see the leaf stems beginning to grow for optimal growth and flowering.
What should I do if the water becomes stagnant?
Stagnant water can negatively affect the growth of the bulbs and may cause flowers to die back prematurely. Ensure to replace the water regularly to keep it fresh and avoid stagnation.
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