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Plant Care
Paperwhite
(Narcissus compressus)
Also Known As
Paperwhite, Dwarf daffodil, Bunchflower daffodil, Compress daffodil
About This Plant
Narcissus compressus is a species of perennial herbaceous bulbous plant. It has narrow, grass-like leaves and bears a single flower on a stem. The flower has a central trumpet-shaped corona surrounded by six petal-like tepals. The corona is usually yellow, while the tepals are white with a yellow or greenish-yellow central stripe.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
6-12 inches (15-30 cm)
Light Requirements
Narcissus compressus requires full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate shade but may not bloom as well.
Humidity Needs
Narcissus compressus prefers moderate humidity levels, but can tolerate low humidity.
Fertilizing Schedule
Fertilize Narcissus compressus bulbs with a balanced fertilizer in the fall when planting and again in the spring when new growth appears.
Pruning Guidelines
Remove spent flowers and yellowing foliage as they appear. Do not cut back the foliage until it has turned yellow and died back naturally.
Common Pests and Diseases
Common pests for Narcissus compressus include bulb mites, bulb flies, and slugs. Diseases such as narcissus basal rot and narcissus yellow stripe virus can also affect this plant species.
Indoor Size Range
6-12 inches (15-30 cm)
Watering Schedule
Water the bulbs thoroughly after planting and keep the soil consistently moist until the foliage dies back. After that, water only when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
Temperature Range
This plant species prefers cool temperatures between 50-60°F (10-15°C) during its growing season.
Growing Season
The growing season for Narcissus compressus is in the spring.
Growing Difficulty Level
Narcissus compressus is considered easy to grow and low maintenance.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Narcissus compressus is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Did You Know?
The Narcissus compressus is known for its sweet fragrance and is often used in perfumes and aromatherapy.
