What to do with the bulb?
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Can I save the Amarylis bulb when the flowers are gone? If so, how? Thanks.
The most beautiful Amarylis I have seen in a long time.
9 answers
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http://www.usna.usda.gov/Gardens/faqs/AmaryllisBloom.html
Julies1949
on Feb 05, 2016
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When leaves start turning yellow, water only as needed until foliage dies. Maintain amaryllis indoors or bury pot in semi-shade outside when frost danger has passed. Dig up just before frost. Let dormant amaryllis remain dry through summer. Cut off dry yellow foliage just above the bulb. Repot every 2-3 years.
Barbara AgrestaBarbara
on Feb 05, 2016
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Once the leaves turn brown cut them and remove the bulb from the soil, clean it and let dry out.Then store the bulb in a cool dark place in spagnum moss. Next season say Nov. or so repot in fresh soil and water.Keep moist not wet .
Janet Pizaro
on Feb 06, 2016
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I have tried following the directions that come with the plants but have never had any luck. Maybe I will try again someday.
Lisa House
on Feb 06, 2016
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Thanks to all for your advices.
Margareta Kohler
on Feb 06, 2016
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Thanks to all for your advices.
Margareta Kohler
on Feb 06, 2016
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I did a Hometalk post on this that you can find on my profile page. It tells you everything I think you need to know.
Three Dogs in a Garden
on Feb 07, 2016
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My Amaryllis usually blooms late February or early March. After blooming, I cut off the flower stalk and keep it inside until danger of frost is gone outside. I then put pot and all outside for the summer, occasionally watering it with a fertilizer in the water. I put it in a some what shady location (behind a small evergreen) so that the sun does not burn the leaves. In the fall, I bring it inside, stop all watering, and let it dry up. I cut off all leaf stalks in November whether they are totally dried or not. While inside, I place it in a darker area until I see the first sign of growth. If I haven't seen anything by the end of December, I bring it into a light area, and start to give it a little water until it starts to grow. The first thing that comes out of the bulb is the flower bud, if it is going to bloom. The bulb likes to be crowded, don't repot in a big pot use a pot that is only slightly bigger. I brush off some of the dirt and replace it with some new potting mix. (Wisconsin)
Lu Schmidt
on Feb 08, 2016
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Great advise, will see how it works. Thanks a lot.
Margareta Kohler
on Feb 08, 2016
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