Amaryllis

Latin name:

Hippeastrum hybrid

Family:

Amaryllidaceae

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Varieties

Size available: 6", 10"

Note: Once flowering ends maintain the plant in an upward position. In summer, place pots outdoors in a shady location. In mid-September, before the first frost, bring pots inside, cut off leaves, and place in a cool location for a period of six weeks. Then after the six week rest period, bring pot back into a sunny location and wait for the bulb to flower again.

Medium light

Moderate water : Use much less water during dormant period.

Varieties

Amaryllis Bulb - Wax Assorted * **

Single pink

*Suggested presentation **Product may not be exactly as shown

	Low light: Plants in this category need little light. They like a northern exposure and can survive with just fluorescent lighting. For outdoor use Low Light = Shade.

	Medium light: Plants in this category like diffused or moderate lighting. They do well in a bright western or moderate eastern exposure. For outdoor use Medium Light = Partial Shade.

	Bright light: Plants in this category need full sun. They prefer a southern or very bright eastern exposure. Windows with no curtains and blinds would be ideal. For outdoor use Bright Light = Full Sun.

	Light water: Plants in this category should completely dry out but not to the point where the soil shrinks from the sides of the pot.

	Moderate water: Plants in this category should slightly dry out . Water when top 1-2 inches of soil is dry.

	Generous water: Plants in this category prefer moist soil and benefit from high humidity. Water when the top of the soil starts to dry out. Be careful not to overwater and do not let plants sit in saucers of water for a long period of time.