What do you do with Hippeastrum after flowering?

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What do you do with Hippeastrum after flowering?

What do you do with Hippeastrum after flowering?

After flowering is finished (usually within 2-3 weeks), cut flower stems close to the bulb. You can then take the bulb out of the pot (with its leaves) and plant into the garden or a larger pot as preferred (put some well-decayed cow manure into the soil first). The bulb can be lifted again in April-May.

Is Hippeastrum a lily?

They generally have large fleshy bulbs and tall broad leaves, generally evergreen, and large red or purple flowers....
Hippeastrum
Clade:Monocots
Order:Asparagales
Family:Amaryllidaceae
Subfamily:Amaryllidoideae
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Is Hippeastrum an amaryllis?

Amaryllis bulbs are often used as holiday gifts, their large, brightly colored flowers brightening up a long, cold winter. The plant we commonly call “amaryllis” is a South American native in the genus Hippeastrum, while the true amaryllis or belladonna lilies (Amaryllis spp.)

Are Hippeastrums poisonous?

An amaryllis (Hippeastrum spp.) in bloom is a common fixture in many households around the holidays, offering a respite of color for winter-weary eyes. The plant is considered poisonous to humans if ingested, primarily causing stomach upset if the bulb is ingested.

Should I cut the leaves off my Hippeastrum?

Hippeastrum leaves will die down naturally after flowering. We don't advise removing the leaves before this time because they are supplying the plant with food for next years flowers. With regard to division, hippeastrums can be divided in the dormant period (early to mid winter) if they are congested.

Can you leave bulbs in the ground all year?

Bulb After-Care Most bulbs can be left underground all year or stored inside after they've bloomed. ... To keep long-stem tulips and hyacinths hardy, lift up the larger bulbs and replant them the following fall. (If left in the ground, they'll typically get smaller each year.)

What is the best fertilizer for Hippeastrum?

The amaryllis requires a low-nitrogen fertilizer because a fertilizer with a high nitrogen concentration can hinder flower development and increase the growth of the plant's foliage. It is best to use a 5-10-10 or 6-12-12 fertilizer for amaryllis plants.

How do I get my amaryllis to bloom again?

Start by placing the bulb in a shady place and gradually expose it to more sun each day over a week-long period. Once the amaryllis has adjusted to outdoor conditions, bring it into an area with full sun and continue to water and fertilize regularly. Bring the plant back indoors before the first frost.

Can you leave amaryllis in the ground?

Amaryllis bulbs can be planted directly in the ground in areas where temperatures do not go below 10°F (Zones 8-10), or in zone 7 for cold-tolerant species that we sell for spring planting.

What happens if a dog eats Amaryllis?

The Amaryllis contains Lycorine and other noxious substances, which can cause increased salivation, gastrointestinal abnormalities (vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, and abdominal pain), lethargy, and tremors in both cats and dogs.

What is the meaning of Hippeastrum?

  • Definition of hippeastrum 1 capitalized : a genus of tropical American bulbous plants (family Amaryllidaceae) that are widely cultivated for their showy white to crimson flowers and that are sometimes included in the genus Amaryllis 2 plural -s : any amaryllis of the genus Hippeastrum

What zone do Hippeastrum grow in?

  • They are typically hardy in zones 8 to 10. Hippeastrum bulbs send up an erect, hollow flower stalk, often before the leaves are produced. Large bulbs may produce more than one flower stalk, either concurrently or sequentially. Each 18-24” tall scape produces two to six large flowers in an umbelliform inflorescence.

Is Hippeastrum poisonous to humans?

  • This plant has medium severity poison characteristics. The genus Hippeastrum has about 90 species and hundreds of cultivars.

What is the difference between Amaryllis and Hippeastrum?

  • For many years there was confusion among botanists over the generic names Amaryllis and Hippeastrum, resulting in the common name amaryllis used for cultivars of this genus, while the generic name Amaryllis was applied to bulbs from South Africa, usually grown outdoors. This article describes the cultivar amaryllis of the genus, Hippeastrum.

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