Amaryllis

Amaryllis, Barbados Lily Apple Blossum, Red Lion, and many other selections

Hippeastrum x hybridum 'Apple Blossum', 'Red Lion', and others, Amaryllidaceae


Bulbous with strap-like leaves, umbel of flowers on a hollow stalk. Plant bulb so that half is exposed above the media; pots should be close to the size of the bulb; keep evenly moist until after flowering; to repeat flowering reduce watering in Sept until the foliage dies, allow to rest until January.

  • Plant Form or Habit: upright
  • Plant Use: rotational color
  • Exposure: medium
  • Flower Color: white, pink or red
  • Blooming Period: winter
  • Height: 2-3 feet
  • Width:
  • Foliage Texture: coarse medium
  • Heat Tolerance: medium
  • Water Requirements: medium