Hippeastrum (Amaryllis) 'Temptation' BulbHippeastrum or "Amaryllis" are fantastic bulbs to plant in the autumn for an indoor flower display for winter holidays and the new year. Their large, bold flowers are held high on thick stems, emerging about 6 weeks after planting. Long strap like leaves will also emerge. After flowering has finished plants may be grown until their foliage depletes at which time they may be allowed to dry and rest in dormancy until their next annual cycle begins.

Very drought tolerant

Width at maturity: 6 - 8'

Note on shape: character form is most often grown with an exposed

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Watering: evenly moist throughout growing season

Fertilization: fertilize in early spring with slow release fertilizer

Soil: regular to acidic

This selection has shorter needles and a slower growth rate than the species

One of our favorites

Width at maturity: 1 -2'

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