Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) Floris Hekker

Guide and tips for planting amaryllis(hippeastrum) bulbs

• Choose a pot that is at least 4 cm wider than the bulb and has drainage holes in the bottom.

• Fill the pot with well-draining soil, leaving about 2 cm of space at the top.

• Place the bulb in the center of the pot, with the pointed end facing up.

• Cover the bulb with soil, leaving the top one-third of the bulb exposed.

• Water the soil until it is evenly moist, but not waterlogged.

• Place the pot in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.

• Water the plant only when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch.

• As the plant grows, support the stalk with a stake to prevent it from bending or breaking.

• 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.

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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 23 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.