Paperwhite Growing Gift Set – Bulb, Glass Vase & Stones

A Fragrant Indoor Garden in a Gift Box

Enjoy watching a paperwhite bulb develop roots, leafy shoots and fragrant flowers with this indoor growing gift set. The included glass vase and stones make a simple display for a bright room, desk or seasonal table, without needing garden space or potting soil.

Paperwhites are narcissus bulbs suited to indoor forcing, meaning they can be encouraged to grow and flower indoors. Unlike many spring bulbs, they do not require a pre-chilling period. Add water and provide the right light and temperature, then enjoy following their progress.

What’s Included

• 1 paperwhite bulb
• 1 glass vase
• Stones to anchor the bulb
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This is a one-bulb growing kit, not a seed packet or a pre-blooming plant. Flowering time and growth vary with the bulb’s condition and your indoor environment.

At a Glance

• Plant: Paperwhite narcissus.
• Display: Indoor bulb grown over stones and water.
• Fragrance: Distinctive and noticeable; scent preferences vary, so consider a well-ventilated room if you are fragrance-sensitive.
• Chilling: No refrigerator treatment required before starting.
• Flowering: Often approximately 4–6 weeks after starting, but earlier or later flowering is possible. A specific holiday bloom date cannot be guaranteed.

How to Start Your Paperwhite

1. Prepare the vase. Place a layer of the stones in the bottom of the clean glass vase.
2. Position the bulb. Set it pointed end up, with its flat root end resting on the stones. Arrange additional stones around its lower sides to hold it upright, leaving the upper portion and growing tip exposed.
3. Add water carefully. Bring the water just to the root area at the base. Do not submerge the bulb or allow water to cover its sides, which can encourage rot.
4. Choose a cool starting spot. Keep away from heaters and intense direct sun while roots develop. Paperwhites do not need a prolonged dark or cold treatment.
5. Check daily. Top up as needed. Once roots extend into the water, keep them supplied while maintaining the water below the body of the bulb.

Light and Ongoing Care

Once roots and shoots are developing, give the vase a bright, cool position, such as near a sunny window away from hot glass, freezing drafts and heating vents. Rotate the vase occasionally for more even growth.

Warm rooms and insufficient light can produce long, leaning stems. Add a small support if needed, taking care not to damage the bulb or roots. Keep the display stable as it becomes taller.

Enjoying the Flowers

When flowers open, a cool spot with bright, indirect light helps prolong the display. Avoid direct heat and continue checking the water level. Bloom duration varies; cooler conditions generally keep flowers looking fresh longer than a hot room.

For staggered displays, start additional paperwhite bulbs at intervals rather than expecting this single bulb to provide continuous flowers.

After Flowering

Trim away faded flower stems and keep foliage intact while it remains green if you plan to retain the bulb. A bulb grown in stones and water should not be expected to repeat the same indoor display on demand. Future flowering depends on recovery and suitable growing conditions; the glass vase can be cleaned and reused for another display.

Handling and Safety

Ornamental use only. Narcissus bulbs and plants are harmful if eaten. Keep the bulb, foliage, flowers and growing water away from children and pets. Do not mistake bulbs for onions. Handle the glass vase carefully and place it on a stable, water-resistant surface.