Planting date controls amaryllis flowering time
Amaryllis belong to the exotic genus of knight stars (Hippeastrum). Because of their tropical origin The flower beauties maintain a different life cycle than domestic bulb flowers. A natural sensor for the light and temperature conditions controls the flowering time. Local temperatures from 15 ° to 16 ° Celsius bring the dormant onion to life. Cared for with the right planting and care plan, an amaryllis will be in full bloom six to eight weeks later. This rule of thumb applies:
- Planting date for flowering amaryllis at Christmas: late October / early November
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An earlier planting date at the beginning of October will give you red amaryllis flowers in Advent. plants If you buy an amaryllis bulb from mid-December, the flowering period begins in spring.
This is how amaryllis blooms at Christmas
The horticultural timetable for the splendor of Christmas flowers is based on a combination of planting technology, light and temperature conditions and a simple maintenance program. How to do it right:
ingredients
- Flower pot diameter: Distance between the amaryllis bulb and the edge of the pot no more than 4-5 cm
- Substrate: peat-free potted plant soil with a third Lava granules
- drainage: inorganic, fine-grained material, such as Expanded clay,(€ 16.35 at Amazon *)Grit,(€ 49.99 at Amazon *) Clay granules
- gloves: Amaryllis bulbs are poisonous
Plant, set up and care for amaryllis bulbs
To begin with, create a 2 to 3 cm high drainage in the flower pot above the opening in the floor. Fill the container two thirds with soil. Plant the Ritterstern onion with the tip pointing upwards. It is important to note that the onion is only half covered with substrate. To pour on, place the pot in a saucer filled with water. It continues in these steps:
- Place the amaryllis in a pot in a dark place at 16 ° to 18 ° Celsius
- Keep the substrate slightly moist and do not fertilize
- When budding can be seen, move to the light window sill with normal room temperatures
As you grow, you increase the water supply. Please continue to pour over the coaster. The core of the substrate should be a little damp.
Tips
Are you giving away amaryllis for Christmas? Then you should be familiar with the multi-layered, non-verbal message to the recipient. Blooming Amaryllis mean deep admiration, high esteem and close bond.
