How to Grow and Care for Amaryllis — Hippeastrum
Hippeastrum–commonly called Amaryllis–is a tropical native. It produces blooms up to 8 inches (20cm) across in a wide range of colors, with some varieties in double form. A baseball-size bulb produces flower stalks up to a foot tall surrounded by rich, green strap-like foliage. Hippeastrum is often confused with Amaryllis belladonna. Both are large bulbs…
