Sunday, April 17, 2011

Amaryllis -Indoor Plant

Amaryllis is an easy bulb to grow. Its enormous cluster of trumpet-shape blooms may require staking to keep them upright, but blooms may last for up to 6 weeks. Keep the plant cool (60-65 degrees F) while in bloom but slightly warmer at other times when it is actively growing. It needs bright light and evenly moist soil, except when it is dormant. Force the bulb to go dormant in late summer or early fall by withholding water and placing it in a cool, dry location for a couple of months. Resume watering and move it to a warm spot to force new growth.
Plant Type:Bulb,Indoor PlantPlant
Height:1-3 feet tallPlant Width:6-12 inches wide
Special Features:Flowers,Easy to Grow







Hippeastrum 'Benfica' has deep red blooms up to 8 inches in diameter





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