The Amaryllis Experiment: Alcohol vs Water fed bulbs
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Gardening advice: Enjoy this history and growing tips for amaryllis and ...
Christmas season has its favorite flowers; amaryllis and poinsettia.
Giving gifts of either of these is always appreciated and sends a special message to the recipient. I thought it would be nice to share some history of both of these flowers as well as how to care for them.
Amaryllis•Amaryllis and Hippeastrum (Knight Star) are similar and both members of the Amaryllidaceae family. Both are warm climate plants, and come from Africa and South America.
•As you know, most of us purchase the bulb, and this often comes in a package with a vase, or pot, soil and instructions. When purchasing this for yourself or as a gift, make sure the bulb is fairly large and feels solid, or firm.
Also at this time of year, a healthy bulb will most likely be sending up thick blade-like green shoots and a single strong looking stem with developing buds. If it is already blooming, look for bulbs that haven't bloomed yet.
•When planting the bulb, make sure the soil covers it up to its neck. At the same time, make sure the roots have lots of freedom to grow.
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Let your inner florist bloom
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Summer Bulbs: It's Not Too Late! Summer Bulbs: It's Not Too Late!Transfer summer bulbs to a protected area before the first hard fall frost by either moving pots into the garage/basement or digging them up and storing them using the same method shown in the How-to Video – Caring for Amaryllis. |
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