Description
Of all flowering bulbs, amaryllis are the easiest to bring to bloom. This can be accomplished indoors or out, and over an extended period of time.
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Amaryllis Lily Double ( Red ) – Plant
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6 inch (15 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black)
Amaryllis is a perennial flowering plant.Amaryllis is a monotypic (consisting of only one species) genus of flowering plants containing the Belladonna Lily, popularly known as the Amaryllis belladonna lily. Amaryllis is a native of South and Central America and the Caribbean. The Hippeastrum genus of flowering bulbed plants is erroneously named as the Amaryllis or Christmas Amaryllis.Plant Specifications*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name
Amaryllis Lily Double ( Red ) ,Hippeastrum
Flower Colour
White to deep red.
Bloom Time
Mid to late summer.
Difficulty Level
Easy to grow.
Planting and careIf leaves turn yellow, cut them off at the base.Rotate the pot frequently to prevent the flower stalks from leaning toward the light.The flower stalks may require support to keep from toppling.Flowering is initiated by a stress period of cool or dry conditions. The stress period must be at least 10 weeks to be effective. These conditions can be provided by keeping the bulbs dry during winter. Re-pot the bulb into fresh mixture from early to late Spring and follow the above growing instructions.Amaryllis Lily Double carePlant the bulb with the neck at, or slightly above, ground level. In areas where some frost may occur, the bulb should be set with five or six inches of soil above it, followed by an application of four or five inches of fine mulch. Water the area thoroughly after planting.
Sunlight
Choose a site with full sun (at least 6-8 hours of direct sun daily).
Watering
Once growth starts, water only if rain is infrequent and the top two inches of soil are dry.
Soil
Well-drained soil.
Temperature
20 C and above
Fertilizer
After the leaves appear, fertilize with a balanced fertilizer (such as 10-10-10); repeat once a month through April. From June through September.
Amaryllis Lily Double uses
Ornamental Use:
Amaryllis make a stunning display if you cut their flower stems and place them in a sturdy vase
The best time to cut the flower stems is when the first bud has colored and is just ready to open
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