Amaryllis belladonna
Amaryllis belladonna
A gorgeous autumn-flowering bulb, this belladonna lily produces long purple or purple-green stems, topped with massive funnel-shaped, scented...
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Plant description
A gorgeous autumn-flowering bulb, this belladonna lily produces long purple or purple-green stems, topped with massive funnel-shaped, scented pink flowers. The long fleshy, strap-like leaves are then produced after flowering. It looks lovely when grown in pots on the patio, or in milder climates in the middle of a warm, sunny border.
Garden care: Plant bulbs just below the soil in spring or late summer. During the growing season water frequently and feed every month with a balanced liquid fertiliser. Keep dry over winter.
Garden care: Plant bulbs just below the soil in spring or late summer. During the growing season water frequently and feed every month with a balanced liquid fertiliser. Keep dry over winter.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Amaryllis belladonna:
Plant bulbs just below the soil in spring or late summer. During the growing season water frequently and feed every month with a balanced liquid fertiliser. Keep dry over winter.
Warning
Harmful if eaten
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