The best temperature for long flowering

Does the cold damage amaryllis?

Amaryllis does not have a high tolerance for cold. frost deals irreparable damage, so that the plant can even die. However, enough already cold draft through a tilted window to afflict the plant. This will make her severely restricted in growth and flowering. Especially in the flowering and growth phase (December to August), the amaryllis needs temperatures of at least 16 degrees Celsius, in summer 24 degrees. In their resting phase from September to November, it should be between 8 and 12 degrees Celsius.

How do I really cool the amaryllis during the resting phase?

The rest period is one of the most important vegetation phases of the amaryllis, so that it can form a magnificent flower. To do this, proceed as follows:

1. From August you set the watering and Fertilize the plant completely.
2. Once the leaves have dried, you can remove them.
3. Store the bulb (in the pot or loose, wrapped in newspaper) in a dark and cool place Place, ideally in the basement, if necessary in the refrigerator at temperatures between 12 and 15 degrees Celsius.
4. Leave the tuber dormant until November.

When is it worth putting the amaryllis in a cooler place?

Would you like your amaryllis to bloom in the Pot or in the vase keeps them fresh longer, you can use them, for example keep cooler at night. At 16 to 18 degrees Celsius, the bedroom or a wind-protected hallway is a suitable place to sleep. during the day you can use the plant or cut flower in the bouquet back to a warm and bright Location into the living room or dining room on the window sill. Here she is happy about the warming room temperature.