Forcing is a gardening term that usually refers to making plants bloom out of season. Forcing is done by manipulating a plant’s environment, primarily light and/or temperature. Really, it’s not so ...

Have you ever heard of forcing paperwhites with alcohol (the kind we drink)? I heard this from a friend recently and immediately thought it was bogus. What do you think? — Caroline A common problem ...

Q: I forced a bowl of paperwhites and they are nearly all finished blooming. Two questions, if I may. First, they grew really tall, 19 inches tall to be exact. I needed to insert a dowel into the ...

You don't have to wait until spring to enjoy the beauty of paperwhites. These elegant blooms can fill your home with their sweet scent and delicate petals by the holiday season with a bit of planning ...