How to force daffodil bulbs
Find out how to force daffodils for pretty, scented winter flowers, using this simple step-by-step guide.
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Spend an hour or two planting prepared narcissi in early autumn, and you'll be able to enjoy their fragrant flowers during the dark days of winter.
It's important to buy bulbs that are labelled as suitable for forcing - popular varieties include 'Paperwhite Ziva' and 'Soleil D'Or'.
For an interesting indoor display, choose a glass bowl and fill it with gravel, glass beads or pebbles.
Here's how to force narcissi.
You Will Need
- 'Paperwhite', 'Soleil D'Or' or any prepared narcissus bulbs
- Decorative crushed stone or pebbles
- Glass jar
- Watering can
Total time: 15 minutes
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Step 1
Place a layer of pebbles, gravel or glass beads in the base of your chosen container.
Step 2
Push the narcissus bulbs to about half their depth into the pebbles to hold them firm.
Step 3
Add water to just below the bulb and no higher, topping up to this level as needed.
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