Family: Amaryllidaceae
Common: Paperwhite Narcissus, Tazetta’s
Species Origin: Mediterranean

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Geophyte Characteristics

Type: Tunicated bulb
Sizes Available: 12/13 to 18/up cm, in circumference
Bulb Storage: Dry and well ventilated at 77 to 86F (25-30C)

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Flower & Plant Characteristics

Color: White and yellow
Shape: Umbel
Size: Florets 1 to 2 inches (2.5-5 cm) in diameter
Floret/Flower Number: 12-20
Flowering Season: Outdoors – winter. When forced – fall to spring
Total Height: 16-24 inches (40-60 cm)
Number of Stems: 1-3
Uses: Garden, Flowering potted plants
Planting Time: Fall
Planting Depth: 5 inches (12.5 cm) to base of bulb
Spacing: 1 to 3 inches (2.5-7.5 cm) apart