Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) Hercules
Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) Hercules - flower bulbs and perennial plants from Holland
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Product Description - Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) Hercules
A marvellous, splendidly flowering, perennial bulbous plant. It is native to Africa. The flowers are very large with an excellent scent and sit on fairly tall, thickened flower arrows. Large bulbs can produce one to three flower arrows. Each of the arrows holds between 4 and 8 beautiful, large flowers.
How it looks
The flowers of this plant are fire-pink. They are about 19 cm in diameter. The flower stems are 48 to 53 cm tall. The petals of this variety are broad, beautifully oval in shape, with beautiful white stripes visible in the middle. The outer petals are slightly narrower than the inner ones. Each petal has subtle white streaks.
Flower diameter: approx. 19 cm
Height of the flower stalk: 48-53 cm
When fully opened, the petals will curl up beautifully and the flower shape will change. The pistil and stamens are dark pink. The stigma of the flower is white. The leaves of this variety are strap-shaped and not wide. The bulbs are up to 10 cm in diameter. On average it will take approximately two months from planting to flowering. This plant is ideal for cuttings.
Product Details - Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) Hercules
| Price per package | €9,95 |
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| Subvarieties | Single Flowering Amaryllis, Hippeastrum |
| Plant Height | 45-60 cm |
| Plant Size | 30/32 |
| Flower Colour | Pink |
| Indoor plant | Yes |
| Suitable as cutting flower | Yes |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 7-8 |
| Leaf Colour | Green |
| Flowering Month | March |
How to Plant - Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) Hercules
Guide and tips for planting amaryllis(hippeastrum) bulbs
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Choose a pot that is at least 4 cm wider than the bulb and has drainage holes in the bottom.
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Fill the pot with well-draining soil, leaving about 2 cm of space at the top.
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Place the bulb in the center of the pot, with the pointed end facing up.
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Cover the bulb with soil, leaving the top one-third of the bulb exposed.
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Water the soil until it is evenly moist, but not waterlogged.
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Place the pot in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.
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Water the plant only when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch.
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As the plant grows, support the stalk with a stake to prevent it from bending or breaking.
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After the flowers have faded, cut the stem off at the base and continue to care for the plant by watering it regularly and providing it with bright, indirect sunlight.
Delivery - Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) Hercules
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We deliver flower bulbs, seeds, perennials, roses and other plants to more than 30 countries across Europe. The standard delivery charge is added on orders depending on the country where you live.
To guarantee the best result and quality of our plants and bulbs, we dispatch all our orders at the right planting period. We monitor harvests in The Netherlands and weather conditions across Europe and start shipping our orders according to the following schedule:
- Summer Flowering Bulbs (dahlias, gladioli, begonias, etc.) - from 1 March until 1 June.
- Spring Flowering Bulbs (tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, etc.) - from 18 September until 1 December.
- Seeds and Garden Tools – all year round
- Roses, Perennials (except peonies), Bushes and other plants in pots - from 1 March until 1 June.
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Quality guarantee. If the planting material does not meet quality standards.
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A guarantee of grafting. If you have followed all the rules of cultivation, but the plant has not sprouted.
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Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) Hercules