One of my favorite Holiday traditions is planting
Paper Whites.
They are incredibly easy to plantandcan last the entire Holiday season!
The bulbs can be planted in virtually anything.
They can be frown in water, gravel rocks or soil.
Above I have planted them in vintage drawersthat complimented my design scheme.
For one of my centerpiece plantingsI am use a wooden trough.
Each year I buy 200 quality bulbs.This gives me plenty for my centerpiecesas well as plenty to plant for Holiday Gifts!
Once you have everything you needthe process couldn't be easier!
First decided what you want to plant your bulbs in.
I use a quality potting soil next.I think it's remarkable how little soil the bulbs actually need.I have had great success using even this shallow trough!
I simply set the bulbs on the top of the soilbecause I love the aesthetics of seeing the bulb.But you can bury the bulb if you prefer.
Then I give them a good watering.
I keep the soil moist throughout their growing
with a weekly deep watering.
Next I finish the planting with either moss or gravel rocks.
Here is the finished planting.I so enjoy watching the bulbs change daily.
The key to steady growth of your paper whites is keeping
the soil damp,
Once the bulbs get going they grow fast!
This is one of my favorite stages right before the flowers burst open!
Here they are in full blooming glory!
Another great thing about Paper Whitesis they transition wonderfullyinto the New Year!
As always my friends
I wish you love and joy as you style your life
