Park Seed
Paperwhite Daffodil Bulbs
Best indoor gardening choice for winter flower enthusiasts.
Bring cheer to gloomy winter days with these Paperwhite Daffodils, offering fragrant, 3 to 4-inch white blooms on 16-inch stems. These extra-large bulbs are perfect for forcing indoors between Thanksgiving and Valentine's Day, making them an ideal gift for any flower lover. Easily grown in a dish with pebbles and water, they can be forced in succession for continuous indoor blooms throughout winter. Each spike can produce up to 18 blooms, filling your home with a delightful scent. They are also suitable for outdoor growth in zones 8 to 10.
$16.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1533
/ 3088
#1533 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-28%
Below average
Mature Height
16
/ in
Who it's for
- Busy homeowners wanting instant winter color
- Fragrance lovers seeking a natural room scent
- Impatient gardeners craving fast, rewarding results
Who should skip it
- Sensitive individuals bothered by strong floral perfumes
- Northern gardeners hoping for perennial outdoor displays
- Frugal buyers looking for long-term, reusable plants
Performance breakdown
Indoor Forcing Ease
Simple water-and-pebble setup makes winter gardening accessible for any skill level.
Bloom Density
Up to 18 flowers per spike delivers an impressive, high-impact display.
Fragrance Potency
Sweet, pervasive scent fills indoor spaces with a refreshing floral aroma.
Succession Potential
Easy storage allows for staggered planting to ensure continuous winter blooms.
Hardiness Range
Limited to warmer climates for outdoor planting, restricting year-round garden utility.
Visual Impact
Large, crisp white blooms provide a bright contrast to gray winter.
Key Specs
Mature Height
16 in
Mature Width
6 in
Sun Exposure
Full Sun and Part Shade
Soil Type
Normal, loamy
Moisture
Moist, well-drained
Hardiness Zones
8 - 10
State Shipping Restrictions
GU, PR, VI
Features
- Fragrant white blooms
- Can be forced to bloom indoors during winter
- Easy to grow in pebbles and water
- Stores well for successive blooming
- Produces abundant blooms per spike
- Suitable for outdoor planting in warmer zones
- Sweetly fragrant
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional reliability and quality of Park Seed's Paperwhite Daffodil Bulbs. Many reviewers highlight the bulbs' robust health upon arrival and their impressive ability to reliably sprout and produce abundant, fragrant blooms. The ease with which these beautiful flowers emerge, often filling homes with a delightful scent, is a recurring theme. Consumers appreciate the consistent performance, making them a trusted choice for bringing natural beauty indoors.
Know before you buy
No, these bulbs are specifically suited for forcing in water. You can simply place them in a shallow dish filled with pebbles and enough water to reach the base of the bulb.
Typically, Paperwhites will begin to bloom about 4 to 6 weeks after planting. You can stagger your planting dates every two weeks to enjoy a continuous display of flowers throughout the winter.
Paperwhites are only winter-hardy in zones 8 through 10. If you live in a colder region, they should be treated as indoor-only plants or seasonal annuals, as they will not survive freezing temperatures in the ground.
Each bulb is capable of producing multiple spikes, with each spike yielding up to 18 individual blooms. This creates a very full, lush appearance once they reach their 16-inch mature height.
Yes, Paperwhites are known for their distinct, sweet fragrance. Because they produce so many blooms per spike, a single dish can easily scent an entire room.
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