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General Information
Tropical plant with large trumpet-shaped, colorful blooms atop 12- to 15-inch stems. Comes in a variety of colors, including red, pink, salmon, coral, white and even striped. Can be grown outdoors, and is also commonly forced indoors for winter bloom. Does best in containers.
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January1. BuyBuy bulbs when available in the nursery.2. PlantPlant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.3. WaterOutdoors in the absence of rainfall, keep bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, maintaining moist but not soggy soil. Indoors, keep the bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, maintaining moist but not soggy soil.4. ProtectIf temperatures dip below freezing, place outdoor potted plants in a protected area, such as next to the house or under a patio cover.5. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.6. Treat for Pest/DiseaseRemove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.7. TransplantTransplant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.8. HarvestPlants bloom indoors 6 to 8 weeks after planting.9. Special requirementsContainer grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.February1. BuyBuy bulbs when available in the nursery.2. PlantPlant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.3. FertilizeFeed once with an organic bulb fertilizer.4. WaterOutdoors in the absence, of rainfall keep bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, maintaining moist but not soggy soil. Indoors, keep the bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, maintaining moist but not soggy soil.5. ProtectIf temperatures dip below freezing, place outdoor potted plants in a protected area, such as next to the house or under a patio cover.6. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.7. Treat for Pest/DiseaseRemove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.8. TransplantTransplant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.9. HarvestPlants bloom indoors 6 to 8 weeks after planting.10. Special requirementsContainer grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.March1. BuyBuy bulbs when available in the nursery.2. PlantPlant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.3. FertilizeFeed once with an organic bulb fertilizer.4. WaterOutdoors in the absence of rainfall, keep bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, maintaining moist but not soggy soil. Indoors, keep the soil moist but not soggy.5. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.6. Treat for Pest/DiseaseRemove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.7. HarvestBulbs planted in the fall and winter bloom outdoors this month. Plants bloom indoors 6 to 8 weeks after planting.8. Special requirementsContainer grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.April1. FertilizeFeed once with an organic bulb fertilizer.2. WaterOutdoors, water in the absence of rainfall, keeping soil moist but not soggy. Indoors, keep the plant moist but not soggy.3. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseRemove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.5. HarvestBulbs planted in the fall and winter bloom outdoors this month.6. Special requirementsContainer grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.May1. FertilizeFeed once with an organic bulb fertilizer.2. WaterOutdoors, keep soil moist but not soggy. Indoors, cut back on watering until leaves are completely yellowed--then stop watering and let the plant dry out.3. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseRemove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.5. Special requirementsContainer grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.June1. FertilizeFeed once with an organic bulb fertilizer.2. WaterOutdoors, keep soil moist but not soggy.3. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseRemove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.5. Special requirementsContainer grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.July1. FertilizeFeed once with an organic bulb fertilizer.2. WaterOutdoors, keep soil moist but not soggy.3. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseRemove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.5. Special requirementsContainer grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.August1. WaterOutdoors, keep soil moist but not soggy.2. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.3. Treat for Pest/DiseaseRemove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.4. Special requirementsContainer grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.September1. WaterOutdoors, cut back on watering until leaves are completely yellowed--then stop watering and let the plant dry out. Indoors, keep bulbs dry.2. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.3. Treat for Pest/DiseaseRemove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.4. Special requirementsContainer grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.October1. BuyBuy bulbs when available in the nursery.2. PlantPlant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.3. WaterKeep indoor and outdoor bulbs dry.4. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.5. Treat for Pest/DiseaseRemove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.6. TransplantTransplant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.7. Special requirementsContainer grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.November1. BuyBuy bulbs when available in the nursery.2. PlantPlant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.3. WaterIndoors and outdoors, begin watering mid-month, keeping the bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, maintaining moist but not soggy soil.4. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.5. Treat for Pest/DiseaseRemove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.6. TransplantTransplant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.7. HarvestPlants bloom indoors 6 to 8 weeks after planting.8. Special requirementsContainer grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.December1. BuyBuy bulbs when available in the nursery.2. PlantPlant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.3. WaterOutdoors, in the absence of rainfall keep bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, keeping soil moist but not soggy. Indoors, keep the bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, keeping soil moist but not soggy.4. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.5. Treat for Pest/DiseaseRemove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.6. TransplantTransplant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.7. HarvestPlants bloom indoors 6 to 8 weeks after planting.8. Special requirementsContainer grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound. -
Buy
When's the best time to buy this plant? When can you buy these from seed (if you can)? When is it usually available? What are things to look for when you're buying it? Or anything other tidbit of information you can share!
January
Buy bulbs when available in the nursery.
February
Buy bulbs when available in the nursery.
March
Buy bulbs when available in the nursery.
September
Buy bulbs when available in the nursery.
October
Buy bulbs when available in the nursery.
November
Buy bulbs when available in the nursery.
December
Buy bulbs when available in the nursery.
Plant
When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions?
January
Plant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.
February
Plant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.
March
Plant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.
October
Plant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.
November
Plant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.
December
Plant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.
Fertilize
When should you fertilize this plant? Which kind of fertilizer do you recommend? Should you use different fertilizers at different times of year?
February
Feed once with an organic bulb fertilizer.
March
Feed once with an organic bulb fertilizer.
April
Feed once with an organic bulb fertilizer.
May
Feed once with an organic bulb fertilizer.
June
Feed once with an organic bulb fertilizer.
July
Feed once with an organic bulb fertilizer.
Water
Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year?
January
Outdoors in the absence of rainfall, keep bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, maintaining moist but not soggy soil. Indoors, keep the bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, maintaining moist but not soggy soil.
February
Outdoors in the absence, of rainfall keep bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, maintaining moist but not soggy soil. Indoors, keep the bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, maintaining moist but not soggy soil.
March
Outdoors in the absence of rainfall, keep bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, maintaining moist but not soggy soil. Indoors, keep the soil moist but not soggy.
April
Outdoors, water in the absence of rainfall, keeping soil moist but not soggy. Indoors, keep the plant moist but not soggy.
May
Outdoors, keep soil moist but not soggy. Indoors, cut back on watering until leaves are completely yellowed--then stop watering and let the plant dry out.
June
Outdoors, keep soil moist but not soggy.
July
Outdoors, keep soil moist but not soggy.
August
Outdoors, keep soil moist but not soggy.
September
Outdoors, cut back on watering until leaves are completely yellowed--then stop watering and let the plant dry out. Indoors, keep bulbs dry.
October
Keep indoor and outdoor bulbs dry.
November
Indoors and outdoors, begin watering mid-month, keeping the bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, maintaining moist but not soggy soil.
December
Outdoors, in the absence of rainfall keep bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, keeping soil moist but not soggy. Indoors, keep the bulbs barely moist until leaves appear, at which time increase watering, keeping soil moist but not soggy.
Protect
When and how should you protect this plant from birds, deer, rabbits? Does this plant need be covered, or wrapped or painted or moved?
January
If temperatures dip below freezing, place outdoor potted plants in a protected area, such as next to the house or under a patio cover.
February
If temperatures dip below freezing, place outdoor potted plants in a protected area, such as next to the house or under a patio cover.
Pest/Disease Inspection
What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear?
January
Check for snails and slugs.
February
Check for snails and slugs.
March
Check for snails and slugs.
April
Check for snails and slugs.
May
Check for snails and slugs.
June
Check for snails and slugs.
July
Check for snails and slugs.
August
Check for snails and slugs.
September
Check for snails and slugs.
October
Check for snails and slugs.
November
Check for snails and slugs.
December
Check for snails and slugs.
Treat for Pest/Disease
How do you treat the common problems for this plant? What products or concoctions or natural means do you use? Any special requirements?
January
Remove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.
February
Remove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.
March
Remove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.
April
Remove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.
May
Remove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.
June
Remove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.
July
Remove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.
August
Remove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.
September
Remove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.
October
Remove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.
November
Remove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.
December
Remove and destroy any snails and slugs. Bait for the pests with an iron phosphate product.
Transplant
When's the best time to dig up and transplant this from one spot to another? (This is different than planting). Any special requirements?
January
Transplant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.
February
Transplant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.
October
Transplant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.
November
Transplant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.
December
Transplant bulbs in a container with well-draining soil or in a part-shade area of the garden that is well-draining.
Harvest
When's a good time to harvest this plant? What's the best way to harvest? Are there special requirements or features?
January
Plants bloom indoors 6 to 8 weeks after planting.
February
Plants bloom indoors 6 to 8 weeks after planting.
March
Bulbs planted in the fall and winter bloom outdoors this month. Plants bloom indoors 6 to 8 weeks after planting.
April
Bulbs planted in the fall and winter bloom outdoors this month.
November
Plants bloom indoors 6 to 8 weeks after planting.
December
Plants bloom indoors 6 to 8 weeks after planting.
Special requirements
Any other requirement for this plant? Is there anything that doesn't fit into the other care categories?
January
Container grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.
February
Container grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.
March
Container grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.
April
Container grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.
May
Container grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.
June
Container grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.
July
Container grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.
August
Container grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.
September
Container grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.
October
Container grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.
November
Container grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.
December
Container grown amaryllis prefer to be potbound.
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