Your plant of the month for December is an absolute knockout beauty! The Red Amaryllis is known as THE Christmas time house plant.
Make your yuletide celebrations even more special with spectacular Amaryllis. This one is as red as they come, just like the famous suit of Santa!
Whether potting one up and growing it for yourself and giving it away to a loved one as a festive gift, this superb flower is one of our favourites.
Large bulbs erupt with a strong stem, each holding either three or four red trumpet blooms.
Keep this remarkable flower in mind for next year’s festive display, as if you plant it in October, impressive blooms will emerge ready for the big day!
A perfect solution for dressing up your room, the long strong Amaryllis stem is perfect for cutting for the vase – this could be a new tradition in your home!
Ready to grow your own Red Amaryllis?
Bulbs are supplied ready to sprout leaves early and burst into flower in no time. Just water and offer a little care.
If the bulb is planted in December and kept in a warm room, they will bloom in 6-8 weeks and provide interest throughout as the stems steadily emerge and blooms unfurl.
Easy to grow, just plant into bulb compost with the top third of the bulb just above the compost. Keep it well-watered, not damp, and watch it grow!
Place the plant outside in a sunny, sheltered spot during summer after removing the flowers. Enjoy its beautiful foliage for even longer.
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