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Narcissi Tazetta 'Paperwhite Ziva'
Paperwhite
Very fragrant and primarily suitable for indoor planting
The umbrels have as many as 8 flowers per stem
Easy to force at home; blooms appear in 4-6 weeks
- » Ziva is the industry standard, and takes just 35-40 days to flower
- » Most fragrant variety
- » Can flower for Thanksgiving & Christmas
- » Bulb Storage: Dry and well ventilated at 77 to 86° F
- » Size: Florets 1 to 2 inches (2.5-5 cm) in diameter
- » Number of Stems: 1-3
- » Floret/Flower Number: 12-16
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When should I plant Narcissi Tazetta 'Paperwhite Ziva'?
Growing and Maintenance Tips for Narcissi Tazetta 'Paperwhite Ziva'
Plant in soil or place on pebbles with water
Pack tightly in the pot
Water freely; the water line should be just below the base of the bulb
Do not let the roots dry out
Avoid heat and sunlight the first 2 weeks, as this will force the blooms to stretch
Blooms appear in 4-6 weeks
Use twine or stakes to keep the blooms upright
Have a tendency to topple over due to their height and heavy clusters of flowers
Can be planted outdoors in zones 8-11
Plant Characteristics
Additional Information
| Height | 14-18 Inches |
| Spread | 4-6 Inches |
| Spacing | 1-3 Inches |
| Hardiness Zone | 8-9 |
| Color |
White |
Storage Tips
Store bulbs in a cool, dry spot with good air circulation and low humidity
Most bulbs can tolerate temperatures between 38 and 70 F
Protect from heat, frost and strong sunlight
Pre-cooled bulbs for the South must be planted immediately
Avoid These Common Pitfalls
Not sure if a bulb is viable? Look for bulbs that are firm to the touch
Bulbs hate "wet feet" - never plant in areas with poor drainage or standing water
Planting when the soil temperature is too warm is the primary cause of stunted blooms
Road salt and de-icing compounds are harmful to bulbs - avoid areas where plowed snow accumulates
Crop rotation is key - don't plant the same type of bulb in the same spot year after year to protect against Rhizoctonia
Don't plant too shallow - it's essential that bulbs are planted at least 3 times their height into the soil
Plant bulbs firmly in the soil with their pointy end up and basal plate down - not all bulbs will right themselves underground
Avoid areas that do not receive at least half a day of sun
Plant away from invasive tree and perennial root systems that can strangle bulb roots & compete for limited water and nutrition
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