How To Plant Amaryllis Bulbs

Planting amaryllis outdoors is much the same as in containers neck deep keeping the top 13 of the bulb sticking up above soil level.

How to plant amaryllis bulbs. They can grow in areas of light shade but in full sun you can expect them to develop stronger stems and more flowers. Amaryllis bulbs need to be planted in an area where they will receive full sun. Plant your amaryllis in light well-draining potting mix with the top 13 of the bulb sticking up out of the soil.

Plant the Amaryllis bulb with approximately an inch of the top of the bulb sticking out of the surface of the soil. Water the amaryllis whenever the top inch of soil feels dry. To transplant amaryllis bulbs you need to define the area where youre planting them first.

Proper Way of Transplanting Amaryllis Bulbs. Although this isnt necessary it will help to soften up dry roots and jump-start the growth process. The pot should be filled with soil that is slightly moist but not too wet.

When planting amaryllis in a container use a soil mix that is designed for indoor containers. Amaryllis bulbs can be planted directly in the ground in areas where temperatures do not go below 10F Zones 8-10 or in zone 7 for cold-tolerant species that we sell for spring planting. Plant 23 of the bulbs in the ground.

While a single bulb can produce several huge flowers you can maximize the show by planting three bulbs of the same variety in one pot or mix and match a few different varieties. In warmer regions Amaryllis are content outdoors year-round and offer vibrant displays of color in the spring. The bulb does not need to be buried deeply in the pot.

In zones 8 to 10 amaryllis bulbs can be planted in the garden. Keep them at a steady 20 25C to trigger them to begin growing - your airing cupboard is ideal. Other than that be sure you keep the plant out of harms way and out of direct sunlight during long portions of the day.