Users' questions

Can I mail an amaryllis?

Can I mail an amaryllis?

All Amaryllis styles are sent straight to your door from sunny Orange County, California. What postal carrier does Amaryllis ship with? All orders within the U.S. are shipped with the United States Postal Service or UPS.

What do I do with an amaryllis bulb after it blooms?

Here’s how to do it:

  1. Remove the Flowers and Stalks. Snip off the flowers as they fade and cut the stems to within an inch the bulb.
  2. Give It Sun. After the bulb flowers, it will produce several long, strappy leaves.
  3. Feed and Don’t Overwater.
  4. Let It Rest.
  5. Repot for a Second Appearance.

Does an amaryllis need sunlight?

Amaryllis can tolerate both sun and shade fairly well, but typically fares better somewhere in between – like partial shade. Too much sunlight can lead to leaf burn, while flowering may be limited in too much shade. Next, consider the soil in the area you want to grow amaryllis. These bulbs prefer well-draining soil.

How often should you water amaryllis?

Place your newly planted amaryllis in a sunny spot and you should have blooms in about 8-10 weeks. Amaryllis does not like to sit in water, so wait until the top 2 inches of soil are dry to water again.

Can amaryllis take full sun?

Like most flowering bulbs, amaryllis prefer full sun and well-drained soil.

Can amaryllis bloom twice a year?

Although amaryllis are typically only sold around the holidays, they can be grown successfully year-round and bloom again as long as they receive proper care.

When should I put amaryllis in the dark?

Timing Amaryllis Blooms for Christmas In late summer, bring your amaryllis inside and place it in a sunny spot. Stop watering and feeding. The leaves, flowers, and stems will begin to fade. Once they have yellowed, cut them off and move the plant to a cool, dark place with temperatures between 55-60 degrees.

Can you give an amaryllis flower to a friend?

An amaryllis gift makes a marvelous hostess gift, as well. Sharing the radiant beauty of an amaryllis flower is always appropriate whether you are sending it to a coworker, a friend, or family member. The gift of beauty is sure to delight.

Where can I buy an amaryllis flower bulb?

Amaryllis & Caladium Bulb Company is the top source for amaryllis bulbs and gift-boxed potted Amaryllis. Visit our site or call 888-966-9866 to place an order.

Why are the leaves on my Amaryllis not blooming?

The lack of foliage and water will induce the amaryllis to send out another flower stalk. Resume watering at this time and move the plant to a warm, sunny spot. Leaves will follow shortly and then blooms. When the flowers fade, start the process over.

Why are Amaryllis so popular at the holidays?

Amaryllis gifts are very popular around the holidays because it’s fun to watch them grow little by little, day by day. And the colorful blossom is one of many peoples’ favorite flowers. Amaryllis flowers come in various shades of red, pink, white, and other colors.