Amaryllis

If you are looking for a breath taking, beautiful and hearty bulb to plant in your landscape, look no further than the amaryllis. These deep, trumpet shaped flowers resemble lilies in their shape, and feature vibrant multi-coloured blossoms that have an upright or forward growth. With bold, vivid striping and specking, brilliant eyes and delicate edging, the variety of jewel-like colours available will enhance any garden.

Amaryllis is an early to mid-spring bloomer. Tolerant and hardy, amaryllis grows to be about 18 inches tall, making them a great addition to a garden or the back of a flower bed. These gorgeous flowers thrive in full sun but can tolerate a partially shaded area. Amaryllis bulbs should be planted in clay, loamy or sandy soil that is in a well-drained area. Plant your bulbs 6 inches deep and 4 to 6 inches apart, as each bulb will produce up to 2 stalks. You will begin to see flowers about 8 to10 weeks after planting. The amaryllis bulb is a favored bulb for planting in containers, so you can enjoy the beauty of these exotic looking flowers both indoors and outside.

Most varieties of amaryllis produce full, large upright blooms that are a colourful addition to any area. Fill planters with these dazzling bulbs and enjoy the uniqueness of these flowers in multiple places around your environment, from indoor containers to foundation plantings. They make beautiful backdrops to tiered beds or walkways, as well.

Planting amaryllis bulbs in containers can help shake off the winter blues; in fact, they're a holiday favorite in many households. Plant bulbs after the final frost and in a short time, reap the rewards with a multitude of colourful blossoms sure to brighten any space. Careful planning will allow you to enjoy different variations of blossoms from the beginning of spring to the end of summer and amaryllis flowers are a great place to start your blooming landscape for the warmer months.