Amaryllis Double King 28cm+

Name: Amaryllis Double King 28cm+
SKU: 0013550
Price: 9 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

0013550

hippeastrum

CODE am023

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Supplied as 28/30cm Bulbs Delivery within 28 days

Amaryllis Double King is a fabulous double flowering variety that produces vibrant red flowers. Hippeastrum, commonly called Amaryllis, make excellent indoor potted plants and produce 2-3 stems which bear 2-3 flowers each. Height 40-55cm. 28/30cm bulbs supplied.

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- Mature Height 65cm
- Mature Spread 20cm
- Annual Growth 65cm
- Planting Plant in fresh loam or compost leaving the top 3rd of the bulb left uncovered.
- Planting plant in fresh loam or compost with only half the bulb firmly covered.
- Soil Type Fertile, well drained, multi purpose potting compost.
- Pruning After flowers fade, cut off the flower stalk but not the foliage.
During the growing season you should feed with liquid manure and water regularly. When growth of the bulb is complete, water can be gradually withheld and the bulb can be given rest for about three months. Only start the withholding of water when the leaves are well developed and ripening (yellowing). During the growing season you should feed with liquid manure and water regularly. The bulb does not need repotting every year.Indoor flowering in winter/early spring. Pot up in a good quality loam or compost and ensure the compost is well positioned around the roots of the bulb. Only half cover the bulb with the compost and store in an area with plenty of access to heat. With sufficient heat, the growth of these bulbs can begin any time in the winter.