Narcissi Paperwhites

Started by Georgie, January 07, 2009, 13:43:59

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Georgie

January 07, 2009, 13:43:59
I was given some Narcissus Paperwhites with a pot for Christmas and I am amazed at how quickly they have grown. I planted them indoors on 26 December and they are now about 12" tall with nine buds so far, the first just beginning to open. Is this a record?   ;D

G x
'The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people so full of doubts.'

Georgie

January 07, 2009, 13:43:59
'The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people so full of doubts.'

Georgie

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January 07, 2009, 20:38:23
Hmmm...25 views and no replies.  Either this is pathetic and no-one wants to hurt my feelings or it's so amazing you all think I'm making it up.  ;D

G x
'The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people so full of doubts.'

betula

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January 07, 2009, 20:40:01
Sorry George,don't know if that is a record ;D

nilly71

#3
January 07, 2009, 21:53:38
I don't know enough to know if it's good or not, but i am impressed that something could grow that quick. I was impressed with the speed of radishes until you come along ;D

Neil

Georgie

#4
January 07, 2009, 22:30:10
Quote from: nilly71 on January 07, 2009, 21:53:38
I don't know enough to know if it's good or not, but i am impressed that something could grow that quick. I was impressed with the speed of radishes until you come along ;D

Neil

You calling me fast, Neil?  ;)  ;D  ;D  ;D

G x
'The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people so full of doubts.'

Baaaaaaaa

#5
January 07, 2009, 22:32:37
I had some a few yes back, and yes they do grow quickly. Bulb to flower in 4 weeks i think.

I never found out because the scent ? (smell) forced me to put them outside.
Maximus, Procerus, Vegetus

hopalong

#6
January 09, 2009, 11:59:24
I planted some in a pot before Christmas and they were quick to grow, but not as quick as yours George.  The scent is a bit overpowering but the family seem to like it. By contrast, hyacinths seem to be terribly slow this year.
Keep Calm and Carry On

markfield rover

#7
January 09, 2009, 12:09:50
Mine took ten days which I thought was very quick but bulbs are not my thing so not a clue ,guess I will be back soon to find out what to do next! The bulbs were from Woolworths  if that helps.

Georgie

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January 09, 2009, 20:57:00 Last Edit: January 09, 2009, 21:11:13 by Georgie
Quote from: hopalong on January 09, 2009, 11:59:24
I planted some in a pot before Christmas and they were quick to grow, but not as quick as yours George.  The scent is a bit overpowering but the family seem to like it. By contrast, hyacinths seem to be terribly slow this year.

Oh I like the scent.  :) Not keen on the scent of Hyacinths as a rule though, I find them far too over-powering.

Quote from: markfield rover on January 09, 2009, 12:09:50
Mine took ten days which I thought was very quick but bulbs are not my thing so not a clue ,guess I will be back soon to find out what to do next! The bulbs were from Woolworths  if that helps.

Ten days from planting to flowering?  Blimey!

G x
'The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people so full of doubts.'

markfield rover

#9
January 09, 2009, 21:50:10
I love the scent too ,now I await the lily of the valley, just bought from B&Q and potted up, a hint of things to come.

Georgie

#10
January 11, 2009, 20:10:34
Took these pics this morning.  :) 

G x



'The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people so full of doubts.'

jo9919

#11
January 11, 2009, 21:59:06
Lovely pics, as always G,

Jo.

lorna

#12
January 11, 2009, 22:30:17
Beautiful Georgie (I can almost smell them from here) What a result.

Georgie

#13
January 11, 2009, 22:34:00
Thanks both.   :)

G x
'The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people so full of doubts.'

hellohelenhere

#14
January 12, 2009, 00:53:29
Wow, that's sooooo quick. I planted loads of daffs in November & December and the tallest spike so far is about an inch and a half. :(
But I won't be getting any paperwhite, thanks for the warning about the scent! I love fragrant flowers but they have to be quite subtle, and outdoors!
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