How do you care for Amaryllis during winter months?

by Carolyn

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When do you begin watering this plant for new flowers?

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Deb K on Dec 01, 2018
1. Hi Carolyn, Remove the Flowers and Stalks. Snip off the flowers as they fade and cut the stems to within an inch the bulb. ...
2. Give It Sun. After the bulb flowers, it will produce several long, strappy leaves. ...
3. Feed and Don't Overwater. ...
4. Let It Rest. ...
5. Repot for a Second Appearance.
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Susan Ellis Yamakawa on Dec 01, 2018

I would like to know too

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Suzette on Dec 01, 2018

Hi Carolyn, Here's a link that may help: http://www.rochestergardening.com/bulbs/amrylcar.html

Good luck!

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