Can you plant paperwhite flowers outside?

Can you plant paperwhite flowers outside?

Paperwhites are often forced into bloom indoors during the winter months, as they are not cold hardy like daffodils. Paperwhite bulbs can be grown outdoors in the garden if you live in USDA Hardiness zones 8 through 10, as the slightest freeze can kill these tender perennials.

Where do paperwhites grow outside?

Plant paperwhite bulbs in a sunny, well-drained location, 6 inches deep and 3 inches apart, in groups for a more natural effect. Do not water at planting. No supplemental water is necessary over the summer. The bulbs begin to develop roots in the late fall when the rainy season begins.

Can paperwhite narcissus be planted outside?

Unlike their daffodil relatives, paperwhites won’t tolerate freezing temperatures, but they can be planted outdoors where winters are mild. Plant them in the fall as you would other spring-flowering bulbs. They look especially attractive in groups planted in containers or the garden.

Can you plant paperwhites outside UK?

They are not suitable to grow outside in the UK unless you’re way down south or extremely sheltered. Paperwhites are snow white and paper thin. The two most popular varieties are ‘Ziva’ and ‘Scilly Spring’, which has a sweet musky smell.

Do paperwhites come back every year?

After the flower clusters and sweet scent of paperwhites (Narcissus tazetta) have faded, you can save the plant to bloom again the next year. With the exception of bulbs forced indoors in water or in a pebble mixture, paperwhites will rebloom for about two additional years.

Are paperwhites winter hardy?

Hardy daffodils that are forced to bloom indoors can be planted outside in spring and enjoyed for years to come. However, paperwhite bulbs are not hardy below Zone 7 temperatures and will freeze, rot, and die if planted outdoors.

Can paperwhites be planted in the ground?

Paperwhites are fragrant, winter-blooming flower bulbs. In frost-free climates (zones 8-11) the bulbs may be planted outdoors in fall for late winter blooms. In colder climates, paperwhite bulbs are grown indoors for flowers during the winter months.

How do I save my paperwhites for next year?

Keep Them in Pots About six weeks after the paperwhite blooms, turn the pot on its side and store it somewhere where it will not freeze, such as a garage or basement. In the fall, turn the pot upright, place it in the sun, water the bulb thoroughly and continue watering until the paperwhite blooms again in the spring.

Can you plant paperwhite bulbs in ground?

In warm climates, where temperatures don’t go below 20°F, paperwhite bulbs may be planted outdoors in late fall for blooms in late winter. Plant the bulbs about 6″ deep and 4″ apart. Even in warm climates, paperwhites are usually treated as annuals.

What do you do with paperwhite bulbs after they bloom?

Many people toss out forced paperwhite bulbs when the blooms are off the plants, but an option is to transplant the bulbs, yellowing foliage and all, into a sunny garden site. If you forced the bulbs in material such as stones or shells, then the bulbs may take two years to restock their reserves and flower again.

Can you save paperwhite bulbs from year to year?

When paperwhite bulbs are forced, they cannot be reused or regrown; however, when planted in soil and allowed to grow and bloom on their timing, you can reuse or regrow paperwhites every year. Plan on planting your paperwhites outdoors in October or November in USDA plant hardiness zones 8 to 11.

Can you keep paperwhites for next year?

Unlike many bulbs, paperwhites need no chilling to force blooms and are only hardy in USDA zone 10. This means that in California you can plant the bulb outdoors and you may get a bloom the next year if you fed it and let its foliage persist. More likely, however, you will not get a bloom for two or three years.