| I just purchased a discounted amaryllis bulb, (a two dollar gamble ... I don't play the lottery much either ... !) anyways, it has the 2" top of a bloom peeking out of some 15" leaves. My neighbor suggested that I hatchet off the leaves to give more strength to the bloom, and if I don't, I may end up with another (ick) long-leafed foliage project in my less than roomy apartment. I like the idea, but what do you professionals think?!! |
| The leaves are absolutely necessary for the bulb to build up its strength to bloom again next year, so I wouldn't suggest cutting them off. The bloom stem may go ahead and elongate naturally so that the flowers show above the foliage. I think I would be patient and see what happens. Instructions for keeping an amaryllis from year to year are available through the Q&A section. |
