Late last fall a neighbor gave me some amaryllis bulbs but I forgot I had them and never planted them. Here they are, in
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Douglas Hunt on Mar 24, 2013Bulbs are remarkably resilient, Louise, so, especially if they've been stored in a relatively cool place I would certainly give them a shot. Give them a squeeze to make sure they feel firm and not spongy.Helpful Reply
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Louise on Mar 24, 2013Thanks. I'll give them a squeeze.Helpful Reply
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Gail Salminen on Mar 24, 2013@Louise I would definitely plant them - nothing ventured nothing gained. Since they a showing growth it is a good sign that you will a few beautiful plants in no time at all. Post a pic of the wonderful blooms you will have. Thanks for posting.Helpful Reply
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Louise on Mar 24, 2013Cross your fingers that I get blooms. Nothing else blooms very well in my yard anymore. I might need an exorcism done on it. :-)Helpful Reply
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Andrea S on Mar 24, 2013They don't look too dried out. There are green shoots, life on them. Definitely give them a chance.Helpful Reply
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