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Steve Brigham
Plant Care Guide

Peppermint amaryllis (Hippeastrum hybrid 'Peppermint')

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  • General Information
  • Buy
  • Plant
  • Sow Seeds
  • Fertilize
  • Water
  • Prune
  • Mulch
  • Protect
  • Pest/Disease Inspection
  • Treat for Pest/Disease
  • Transplant
  • Propagate
  • Harvest
  • Special requirements

General Information

In the inland regions of Southern California, many species and hybrid Amaryllis may be grown outdoors, either in containers or in the ground. Just make sure they have excellent drainage and are protected from heavy frost and the strongest summer sun. Since these tropical bulbs are widely available in the fall, try growing them in containers the first winter, giving them the warmest and most protected spot you can. Then, if desired, you can plant them in the ground the following summer. Your bulbs will tell you when to water and fertilize by showing active growth, and when grown outdoors, you'll get flowers in spring and early summer.

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Buy

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January
Buy bulbs when available in nurseries, or order from specialty mail-order sources.

Plant

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January
Plant bulbs in rich, well-drained soil, using plenty of soil amendment. Plant so that the necks of the bulbs are even with the soil level.

Sow Seeds

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Fertilize

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Water

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January
Water regularly (keep soil moist but not soggy) when bulbs are in active growth. Let bulbs dry out in fall, and do not water when they are dormant.

Prune

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Mulch

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Protect

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January
Protect from frosts and cold, wet soil.

Pest/Disease Inspection

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Treat for Pest/Disease

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Transplant

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Propagate

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Harvest

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Special requirements

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