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Narcissus Tazetta ‘Paperwhite’ is a tender, early-blooming variety beloved for its pure white flowers and irresistible sweet fragrance. Perfect for indoor gardening, these delightful blooms fill any room with their enchanting scent, making them a favourite during the festive season.

Don’t be fooled into thinking their charm ends there — ‘Paperwhites’ are surprisingly easy to grow. Planted indoors in autumn, they’ll swiftly burst into flower, bringing a touch of spring cheer to even the coldest winter days. Alternatively, they can be planted outdoors in garden borders or pots for an early spring display.

Each sturdy stem produces multiple flowers, making Narcissus Tazetta ‘Paperwhite’ a versatile and robust choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and fragrance, whether inside or out.

How to Plant Paperwhites (Narcissus Tazetta)

Where to Plant:

  • Indoors: Best for festive winter blooms. Ideal in pots, bowls, or vases.
  • Outdoors (in mild climates): Plant in borders or containers with free-draining soil in a sunny, sheltered spot. Not fully hardy in colder UK regions.

Indoor Planting (For Winter Blooms):

  • Plant late autumn (October–December) for flowers within 4–6 weeks — perfect for Christmas!
  • A shallow pot or decorative bowl (no drainage holes needed).
  • Bulb fibre, multi-purpose compost, or just decorative gravel/pebbles.
  • Place a layer of compost or pebbles in the bottom of your container.
  • Nestle bulbs close together (pointy end up), but not touching.
  • Cover just the bottom half of the bulbs with compost or pebbles.
  • Water lightly — just enough to moisten. Don’t soak!
  • If your Paperwhites get tall and leggy, add a stake for support or try growing in a tall glass vase for natural stability.

Outdoor Planting in Containers:

  • Plant late autumn, before the first hard frost.
  • Choose a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained soil or use containers.
  • Plant bulbs 10cm (4") deep and about 7–10cm (3–4") apart.
  • Water in after planting, then keep soil just moist during growth.

Description

Narcissus Tazetta ‘Paperwhite’ is a tender, early-blooming variety beloved for its pure white flowers and irresistible sweet fragrance. Perfect for indoor gardening, these delightful blooms fill any room with their enchanting scent, making them a favourite during the festive season.

Don’t be fooled into thinking their charm ends there — ‘Paperwhites’ are surprisingly easy to grow. Planted indoors in autumn, they’ll swiftly burst into flower, bringing a touch of spring cheer to even the coldest winter days. Alternatively, they can be planted outdoors in garden borders or pots for an early spring display.

Each sturdy stem produces multiple flowers, making Narcissus Tazetta ‘Paperwhite’ a versatile and robust choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and fragrance, whether inside or out.

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Delivery / Returns

Spring Flowering Bulbs are delivered in the Autumn

Delivery and P&P

Spring Flowering Bulbs are dispatched from September to November.
All orders should be dispatched within 3-5 working days during this time. (Unless otherwise stated on the Shipping est.)
Postage cost to mainland UK (excluding N.Ireland, Highlands and Isles) is £4.99.
All out of area postcodes are charged at £9.50.
Orders over £60 qualify for FREE delivery to mainland UK (excluding N.Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey, Highlands and Isles).
Unfortunately, we are not currently delivering to the EU. See Delivery page.
When your order is due for dispatch, you will receive a tracking email from us to track your parcel.
Your parcel will be sent on a 48 hour tracked service with Yodel.

Returns and Refunds

You have the right to cancel your order at any time before it is dispatched.
All returns must be returned at your cost within 7 days of receipt.
Payment for the returned goods will be refunded within 7 days of the goods being received by us, less the postage charges. 



Planting & Growing Instructions

How to Plant Paperwhites (Narcissus Tazetta)

Where to Plant:

  • Indoors: Best for festive winter blooms. Ideal in pots, bowls, or vases.
  • Outdoors (in mild climates): Plant in borders or containers with free-draining soil in a sunny, sheltered spot. Not fully hardy in colder UK regions.

Indoor Planting (For Winter Blooms):

  • Plant late autumn (October–December) for flowers within 4–6 weeks — perfect for Christmas!
  • A shallow pot or decorative bowl (no drainage holes needed).
  • Bulb fibre, multi-purpose compost, or just decorative gravel/pebbles.
  • Place a layer of compost or pebbles in the bottom of your container.
  • Nestle bulbs close together (pointy end up), but not touching.
  • Cover just the bottom half of the bulbs with compost or pebbles.
  • Water lightly — just enough to moisten. Don’t soak!
  • If your Paperwhites get tall and leggy, add a stake for support or try growing in a tall glass vase for natural stability.

Outdoor Planting in Containers:

  • Plant late autumn, before the first hard frost.
  • Choose a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained soil or use containers.
  • Plant bulbs 10cm (4") deep and about 7–10cm (3–4") apart.
  • Water in after planting, then keep soil just moist during growth.

Care Instructions

How to care for Paperwhites

  • Place in a cool, bright location (10–15°C) for 1–2 weeks to establish roots.
  • Then move to a warmer spot (18–20°C) with bright, indirect light to trigger flowering.
  • Turn the pot occasionally to keep growth straight.
  • Water sparingly as needed — the compost should stay just moist.

Aftercare for Paperwhites

  • Paperwhites are not frost-hardy, so if planting outdoors in the UK, consider lifting bulbs after flowering or protect with fleece.
  • In containers, move them into a sheltered spot or cold frame during hard frosts.
£11.50

Narcissus Tazetta 'Paperwhite'

Paperwhites
  • 10 Bulbs £11.50
  • 15 Bulbs £16.50
  • 25 Bulbs £26.25
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Specification
Latin name: Amaryllidaceae
Also known as: Paperwhites
RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM): Yes
Planting period: Autumn
Height: 40-45 cm / 16-18"
Border position: Front/Middle
Aspect: Full Shade/Partial Shade/Indoors
Soil type: Multi-purpose compost
Soil acidity: Any
Bulb size: 14cm+
Hardiness: Tender - H3 (-5° to 1°c)
Suitable for containers: Yes
Scented: Yes
Double flowered: No
Pollinator: No
Shipping est: Pre-order for delivery in Autumn 2026
Toxicity: Harmful if eaten, Skin/eyes irritant
Delivery period: Autumn delivery (Oct to Dec 2026)
SKU harts11501331
  • Description

    Narcissus Tazetta ‘Paperwhite’ is a tender, early-blooming variety beloved for its pure white flowers and irresistible sweet fragrance. Perfect for indoor gardening, these delightful blooms fill any room with their enchanting scent, making them a favourite during the festive season.

    Don’t be fooled into thinking their charm ends there — ‘Paperwhites’ are surprisingly easy to grow. Planted indoors in autumn, they’ll swiftly burst into flower, bringing a touch of spring cheer to even the coldest winter days. Alternatively, they can be planted outdoors in garden borders or pots for an early spring display.

    Each sturdy stem produces multiple flowers, making Narcissus Tazetta ‘Paperwhite’ a versatile and robust choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and fragrance, whether inside or out.

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  • Planting & Growing Instructions

    How to Plant Paperwhites (Narcissus Tazetta)

    Where to Plant:

    • Indoors: Best for festive winter blooms. Ideal in pots, bowls, or vases.
    • Outdoors (in mild climates): Plant in borders or containers with free-draining soil in a sunny, sheltered spot. Not fully hardy in colder UK regions.

    Indoor Planting (For Winter Blooms):

    • Plant late autumn (October–December) for flowers within 4–6 weeks — perfect for Christmas!
    • A shallow pot or decorative bowl (no drainage holes needed).
    • Bulb fibre, multi-purpose compost, or just decorative gravel/pebbles.
    • Place a layer of compost or pebbles in the bottom of your container.
    • Nestle bulbs close together (pointy end up), but not touching.
    • Cover just the bottom half of the bulbs with compost or pebbles.
    • Water lightly — just enough to moisten. Don’t soak!
    • If your Paperwhites get tall and leggy, add a stake for support or try growing in a tall glass vase for natural stability.

    Outdoor Planting in Containers:

    • Plant late autumn, before the first hard frost.
    • Choose a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained soil or use containers.
    • Plant bulbs 10cm (4") deep and about 7–10cm (3–4") apart.
    • Water in after planting, then keep soil just moist during growth.
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