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| Amaryllis, Barbados Lily Hippeastrum sp. 'Apple Blossum', 'Red Lion', and many others Amaryllidaceae Bulbous with strap-like leaves, umbel of flowers on a hollow stalk. Plant Form or Habit: upright Plant Use: rotational color Exposure: medium Flower Color: white, pink or red Blooming Period: winter Height: 2-3 feet Width: Foliage Texture: coarse medium Heat Tolerance: medium Water Requirements: medium Additional Comments: Plant bulb so that half is exposed above the media; pots should be close to the size of the bulb; keep evenly moist until after flowering; to repeat flowering reduce watering in September until the foliage dies, allow to rest until January.
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