using alcohol to force paperwhites

11 years ago

The alcohol will make the foliage grow shorter to avoid flopping and won't affect the flowers. I just tried it and it worked. The only drawback is that I smell the alcohol. I used old, cheap vodka. See this link:

http://blogs.cornell.edu/hort/2009/11/10/pickling-your-paperwhites/

Comment (1)

greentiger87
11 years ago
Glycerine (glycerol) works well too, and can be found at any supermarket with a pharmacy, or drugstore. No smell. Quicker to bloom too!
Related Professionals
Allen Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers · Salisbury Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers · Willowick Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers · Roxbury Crossing Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers · Barrington Landscape Contractors · Conroe Landscape Contractors · Elkridge Landscape Contractors · Fuquay-Varina Landscape Contractors · Milford Mill Landscape Contractors · Mount Kisco Landscape Contractors · Painesville Landscape Contractors · Placerville Landscape Contractors · Ringwood Landscape Contractors · Washington Landscape Contractors · Wickliffe Landscape Contractors

Related Stories

DIY PROJECTS Holiday DIY: Mason Jar Forced Bulbs and Evergreen Gift Tags

By Anne Colby

Learn how to make these winter projects from the book ‘Garden Made’ by Stephanie Rose

Full Story

DECORATING GUIDES Treat Yourself to Spring Blooms in Winter

By Susan Duane

Get a jump on spring with a fragrant pot of paperwhites and other bulbs indoors

Full Story

GREAT LAKES GARDENING Great Lakes Gardener's November Checklist

By Barbara Pintozzi

So many seed heads and berries to admire as you prepare for winter and prep bulbs for forced indoor blooming

Full Story

HOLIDAYS Spend Less Without Being a Grinch: 8 Holiday Ideas

By Laura Gaskill

Give meaningful gifts and use nature's decor to work holiday magic without blowing your budget

Full Story

GARDENING GUIDES Learn the Secret to Bigger and Better Roses

By Noelle Johnson Landscape Consulting

Grow beautiful roses using both ordinary and unusual soil amendments

Full Story

ENTERTAINING 20 Fabulously Thoughtful Host Gifts

By Becky Harris

Convey your gratitude (and maybe earn repeat invitations) with these useful gifts that show your host you care

Full Story

GREAT DESIGNERS Meet Shigeru Ban, Winner of the 2014 Pritzker Architecture Prize

By John Hill

This humanitarian’s vision includes inspiring new uses for everyday materials, in relief housing and other structures the world over

Full Story

FIREPLACES Design Workshop: Is an Ethanol Fireplace Right for You?

By Eric Reinholdt, Architect

Learn the pros, cons, types, cost and more details about ethanol, or gel-fueled, fireplaces

Full Story

DECORATING GUIDES Restyle a Vase or Two for Fall

By Tiffany Carboni

Put a tabletop or shelf in fine autumn form with floral and edible arrangements in perfectly paired containers

Full Story

Common Household Cleansers for Leather Upholstery

By Shelly Miller Leer

Clean and condition your leather sofa, chairs, handbags and more with ingredients already in your cabinets

Full Story

105

using alcohol to force paperwhites

Comment (1)

greentiger87

Related Professionals

COMPANY

BUSINESS SERVICES

GET HELP

CONNECT WITH US