A Holiday Guide To Gifting & Growing Amaryllis
by
Angie Rose
4 Materials
Easy
Some of my favorite gifts to give during the winter season are Amaryllis bulbs. It's a thoughtful present that everyone can enjoy! I'm excited to share with you a little about this amazing flower along with a list of my top varieties to give as gifts.
The holidays are the perfect time to add some cheer to your home. Houseplants are the perfect addition to every room. I enjoy going to my local market and buying fresh cut flowers, but they are harder to come buy in the winter months. Not only that, they don't last very long and can be pricey. Forcing bulbs indoors is an easy, fun indoor activity for all ages. Once they flower, they can provide gorgeous blooms and stunning color for almost a month!
Amaryllis Cherry Nymph
About Amaryllis: Amaryllis Hippeastrum is an indoor flowering bulb that blooms during the winter months. It is native to subtropical regions like Mexico and the Caribbean. These bulbs can be planted in pots indoors and placed in a warm, well-lit environment. They can also be planted outdoors as perennials in zone 8b to 10. If these flower bulbs are stored correctly, they can last over 70 years! That is a lifetime of blooms!
Amaryllis Red Lion
They require well-drained soil, so they do not need constant watering. They are known for their showy, dramatic blooms that can reach an extraordinary size. There are over 600 different varieties to choose from. The most popular colors sold are red, pink and white. The blooms are a unique and eye catching trumpet shape that makes for the perfect conversation piece.
Amaryllis Apple Blossom bulbs
Planting Bulbs: If you are looking for a kit that has everything you need, look no further! Longfield Gardens has you covered with their Winter Bulb Gift Kits! These perfect kits include the planter of your choice, soil, decorative moss and bulbs!
Amaryllis Denver
These bulbs are very easy to grow! You can even grow them with no soil. You can fill vase with stones, rocks or pebbles. Place your bulbs on top of those stones, then fill up with water until it's barely touching the bottom of the bulb. Add more stones to make sure your bulb is anchored with the tip poking out. As long as you keep the water level where it needs to be, your plant will grow strong. It's easier to keep an eye on the level with a clear vase!
Planting in the Wood Box with Rope Handles
Growing Tips & Tricks:
Amaryllis Minerva
A Thoughtful Gift For Everyone:
Amaryllis Benfica
Gift Guide:
Minerva
2. Apple Blossom: candy pink and white blooms with a lime green throat
Apple Blossom
3. Red Lion: one of the most popular varieties. This red on red flower is vibrant and bright, perfect for Valentine's Day!
Red Lion
I'm excited to share that I am giving away a Round Birch Gift Kit featuring apple blossom amaryllis bulbs from Longfield Gardens! Fill your home with color and elegance during the dreariest months of the year. It also makes a wonderful gift for family and friends! Stop by my blog to enter to win!
Are you growing or planning on growing Amaryllis this winter? What is your favorite flower variety to grow? These plants really do brighten my days and help me get through that long stretch of cold right before spring. Don't forget to pin on Pinterest for later!
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