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