Botanical Name: Hippeastrum species
Common Name: Amaryllis Type of Plant: monocot: perennial Character deciduous: spring bulb Habit of Growth: Overall Shape upright, clumping plant with large, trumpet-shaped flowers originating from a large, thick bulb; foliage is broad, strap-like and dark green, usually with pointed tips Height 4 to 6' Spread to 2' Growth Rate rapid Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun outdoors; can be forced indoors in bright light Soil prefers a rich, sandy soil Hardiness some frost; zones 12, 13, 19, 21-24 Morphology: Leaves strap-like, stiff, pointed, dark green to 18" long, arising from a thick, fleshy bulb Flowers trumpet-shaped, to 8" across, pink, red, white, striped; usually in twos or threes; early spring Fruit elongated capsule Propagation: division of bulbs, seed Usage: good in warm, sunny areas, tropical gardens, frequently used in containers; greenhouse flower in cold climates Landscape Care: Watering needs regular watering; keep drier in heavy soils; allow to dry out after leaves die back Fertilizing high-phosphorus fertilizer in early spring Pruning remove spent flowers and dead leaves after die-back Pests/Diseases root rot, snails and slugs Origin: hybrids Family: Amaryllidaceae Notes: |
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