December's Flower of the Month- Narcissus- A hardy flowering Bulb.
FLOWER GARDEN NEWS
Indoor Flower Give the gift of cheery Paperwhites; Narcissus in December! A great pick me up in any room.
Narcissus
Why a Great Gift?
Makes a wonderful Gift in December. Force bulbs indoors and enjoy through the winter months.
Create a gift basket and give to a friend that enjoys gardening. With all that is required to grow Narcissus indoors; a flowering Paperwhite can be enjoyed by gardeners waiting for Spring!
Botanical Name: Narcissus (plural Narcissi) Also referred to as Paperwhites.
Common Name: Daffodils
Availability: Fall to Spring. October till April.
Colors: Many different shades of white, pink, orange, and yellow.
Varieties: Many varieties available; with varieties in a combination of colors.
Facts: Very fragrant. Often grown indoors during the winter months. Easy to grow, and are often given as gifts to grow indoors as well. Parts of plant are poisonous. New varieties appear almost year after year.
Origin: Europe and Asia
Facts of Interest: Narcissus comes from a Greek word meaning "numbness" which is believed to be related to the narcotic properties of the Narcissus. Some people believe it brings good luck for one year when the plant is forced to grow; and blooms on New Years Day. Daffodils are worn on St. Davids Day; and are also the national emblem of Wales.
