Amaryllis is indispensable, especially at Christmas time. Unfortunately, many people throw away the beautiful perennial bulbous plant after it has bloomed. Read here how often the amaryllis blooms and how to properly care for it to ensure magnificent blooms.
How often does an amaryllis bloom?
The amaryllis (Hippeastrum) usually blooms once a year from December to February, while the real amaryllis (Amaryllis belladonna) blooms from February to March. However, some strong specimens may bloom a second time in early summer. Proper care is crucial for magnificent blooms.
When does the amaryllis bloom?
The Amaryllis (Hippeastrum), actually called Ritterstern, is the most common onion plant worldwide during Advent and Christmas and is a perennial. It blooms fromDecember to Februaryandbloomswith the right care tooagain next year With a little With your care you can keep them for several years and be rewarded with magnificent flowers. To preserve the flower for a long time, it is best to place it in a bright window at temperatures between 18 and 20 degrees Celsius.
When does the real amaryllis bloom?
The real amaryllis (Amaryllis belladonna) only blooms after the Christmas season fromFebruary to March in white and pink with a relatively short flower stalk. It is also perennial and, with the right care, will produce an impressive flower next year like the Ritterstern.
How do I properly care for the amaryllis for magnificent blooms?
With these tips you will get spectacular blooms again next year:
- Care for your amaryllis appropriately even after flowering. Only a he althy and strong plant produces magnificent flowers.
- Fertilize your amaryllis regularly with liquid fertilizer (€9.00 on Amazon) from November to August to ensure sufficient nutrient supply.
- Give it enough light during the growth phase (spring to late summer) and flowering phase.
- Let the plant rest in autumn so that it can gather strength.
- After the dormant period, repot if necessary.
What should I avoid so that the amaryllis blooms several times?
Avoid the following mistakes so that the amaryllis will bloom again next year:
- The amaryllis is not hardy. It must therefore not be exposed to frost or cold drafts.
- Avoid waterlogging when watering to avoid causing root rot.
- Make sure the lighting conditions are appropriate in the different phases of the amaryllis' life.
Can amaryllis bloom a second time in the year?
Some strong specimensof the amaryllisbloom a second time in early summer If this is not the case, it is completely normal and not a sign a weakness. After flowering, cut off the flower stalk with a clean and sharp knife and care for your amaryllis as usual so that it will be in full bloom again at Christmas time.
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What you should do after flowering
Cut off the flower stalk after flowering, continue watering and fertilizing. From May the amaryllis can be placed outside in a shady place. From August onwards, stop watering them and place them in a cool, frost-proof and dark place. Remove the leaves in November. For the second bloom, place it in a warm, bright place.
