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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F)
Plant Height: 18 to 24 inches
Leaves: Deciduous
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: White
Other: Double, pure white with lime-green throat
Bloom Size: 6"-12"
Flower Time: Spring
Late spring or early summer
Underground structures: Bulb
Uses: Cut Flower
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Propagation: Other methods: Offsets
Containers: Suitable in 1 gallon
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • Amaryllis
  • Double Amaryllis

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tabbycat On April 22, 2023 Obtained plant
Just 1 bulb with 12" leaves in a small pot from a lady daughter of Sue at Mst. Gardeners Swap.
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