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Amaryllis South African 'Merry Christmas'

Amaryllis

Amaryllis 'Merry Christmas' reaches 18 to 24 inches tall, featuring bright red blooms with large, saucer-shaped flowers measuring up to 8 inches across. Each bulb (24/26 cm) produces 2 to 3 stems, with 5 to 6 flowers per stem, blooming in 4 to 6 weeks—ideal for holiday sales.

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Growing and Maintenance Tips for Amaryllis South African 'Merry Christmas'

Planting: Best planted in early autumn for optimal growth.
Location: Prefers warm temperatures and bright, indirect light for strong flowering.
Soil & Drainage: Requires well-drained, sandy soil to prevent bulb rot.
Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy; reduce watering as dormancy approaches.
Dormancy Care: Allow foliage to die back naturally before trimming. Store bulbs in a cool, dry place during winter.
Fertilization: Use a low-nitrogen, high-potassium fertilizer to support flowering.
Forcing: Takes 4 to 6 weeks to reach the ready-to-sell stage.
Rooting: Maintain 70 to 77°F for strong root development.
Growing: Ideal at 72°F for steady growth.
Pest & Disease: Protect bulbs from lily borers and snout beetles using insect netting and proper storage.
Uses: Ideal for greenhouse cultivation, pots & cut flowers. Not suitable for retail sales.

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• Characteristics

  • Sun
  • Well Drained
  • Partial Shade
  • Containers
  • Cut Flowers
  • Deer Resistant
  • Indoor Forcing
  • Rabbit Resistant
  • Rodent Resistant
  • Warm Climate