Amaryllis Care

Of all flowering bulbs, Amaryllis is the easiest to bring to bloom. Amaryllis’ comes in many varieties including shades of red, white, pink, salmon and orange.

When planting the bulb, the soil should cover two thirds of the bulb. Press the soil down firmly to set the bulb securely in place. Place the bulb in a warm place with direct light since heat is necessary for growth. The ideal temperature is 68 to 70° F.

Water very sparingly until the sprout is out of the bulb. Only water lightly when the soil is dry and do not overwater, as this is a quick way an amaryllis can die.

You should begin feeding amaryllis plants once the foliage begins to peek out above the soil surface – NOT before it has foliage. Fertilizer with any slow release or liquid fertilizer that has a ratio of 10-10-10.

Bulbs will flower in 7-10 weeks. In winter, the time will be longer than in spring. Set up your schedule between October and April with this in mind.

• Planting period: October until the end of April.
• Flowering period: Late December until the end of June.
• Flowering time: 7-10 weeks
• Always store bulbs in a cool place

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