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Amaryllis, ‘Christmas Gift’

Add some holiday cheer to your home this season with ‘Christmas Gift’ amaryllis blooms!  These gorgeous white blossoms are sure to accent any home decor.    Or craft a thoughtful gift for your friends, family, or even the perfect host gift!  These beautiful blooms originated in South America’s tropical regions, lending to their tropical look.  Amaryllis are often planted during the holidays and come in a variety of bold colors.  They are easy to grow and can be planted in pots.  Amaryllis are the perfect way to bring color and coziness into your home during the dreary winter months.  They require very little maintenance and are excellent for beginner gardeners.

Enjoy beautiful amaryllis blooms year after year with proper care.  After flowering, remove the flower stem just above the bulb and continue to water the plant regularly.  Plant outdoors in the spring and fertilize throughout the summer.  After the first frost, dig up your amaryllis bulb, gently brush off dirt/debris, and store it in a cool dark place for at least eight weeks.  Then, repot the bulb, and a new cycle will begin.

  • Low maintenance
  • Easy to grow
  • Share the gift of indoor blooms this holiday season!

 

Plant Details +

Common Name Amaryllis 'Christmas Gift'
Family Hippeastrum
Height Average of 20"
Spacing 5"
Hardiness Zones 8-11
Exposure Indirect sun
Foliage Green, strap-like
Flower White
Bloomtime Winter - very early spring

Planting/Care Instructions +

Planting Instructions: If you cannot plant the bulbs immediately after receiving them, store them in a cool, dark temperature between 40-50 degrees F. If sprouting has already occurred, it is best to plant bulb as soon as possible. 1. Start with the pot. You should use a sturdy pot that leaves 1 or 2 inches space between the pot and the bulb. Plant the bulb in good quality potting soil with approximately the top 1/3 of the bulb showing above the soil surface. Do not use a pot that is sharply tapered or very shallow because you want room for decent root growth. 2. Add water so the soil is moist, but not soggy. Do not over water. 3. Keep the Amaryllis in a warm location (70-75°), but not in direct sunlight. 4. Water on a regular basis throughout the flowering period. 5. After flowering, remove the flower stem just above the bulb and continue to water. Plant outdoors in the spring and fertilize throughout the summer. After first frost, dig bulb and store bareroot in a cool dark place for at least 8 weeks. Repot the bulb and a new cycle will begin.