Narcissus 'Bethlehem' (Paperwhite narcissus, Daffodil)

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Botanical Name:Narcissus 'Bethlehem' nar-SIS-us Common Name: Paperwhite narcissus, Daffodil Synonyms: N. 'Nony' Genus: Narcissus

This tender paperwhite is well-suited to forcing, blooming 4 to 5 weeks after planting. It produces 10 to 15 creamy-white flowers with pale-yellow centers on compact stems 8 to 10 inches tall, and exudes a mild, sweet fragrance.

Noteworthy characteristics: Great for forcing
Care: Grow in average, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. In autumn, plant bulbs from 1.5 to 5 times the bulbs' height (3 inches or more in cold climates). Under glass, grow in 1 part grit and 2 parts soil mix. Deadhead seed heads (except those of species, for dispersal) and allow leaves to photosynthesize for 6 weeks before cutting back, including plantings in turf. Lift and divide clumps if they become overcrowded or perform poorly.
Propagation:

 Separate bulbs and replant in early summer or early fall.

Problems:

 Narcissus bulb fly, narcissus nematode, bulb scale mite, slugs, narcissus basal rot, other fungal infections, narcissus yellow stripe virus, and other viruses.

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