Plants We Love: ‘Galilee’ paperwhite

‘Galilee’ paperwhite (Narcissus ‘Galilee’) offers more flowers than other cultivars and has a softer fragrance. Bulbs should be potted by Thanksgiving for holiday bloom.

Plant name: 'Galilee' paperwhite

Botanical name:Narcissus 'Galilee'

Virtues: This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds. Its flowers are fragrant. Average water needs; water regularly but do not overwater. Plant is deer resistant and its flowers are good for cutting. Provides winter interest and is suitable for growing in containers.

Hardiness: USDA Zones 8-11

Bloom Time: Late Winter/early spring; mid spring

Bloom Color: White/near white

Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Propagation Methods: By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)

Information courtesy of davesgarden.com. Image by k.van Bourgondien & sons, inc.

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