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.
Sr | Item name |
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1 | Amaryllis Lily Double ( Red ) - Plant |
2 | 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
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 care
Amaryllis Lily Double care
Plant 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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