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Start paperwhite bulbs
Paperwhite narcissus (Narcissus papyraceus) are in the Amaryllis family and are fun to grow indoors at this time of year. Choose firm, healthy bulbs and set them in pebbles in a dish. Add water just to the base of the bulbs. The bulbs will grow roots quickly, produce green, narrow leaves, and bloom in about two weeks.
The flowers have a distinctive fragrance. Some people like the smell while others hate it. If you don't like the smell, look for cultivars such as ‘Nir’ and ‘Inbal’; they have lower levels of indole, the chemical that causes the scent.
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Snow, ice, and road salt can take a toll on woody perennials, leaving them bent, broken, or even dead by spring. Find out how to help your plants make it through the cold months in good shape.
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