Brent & Becky's Blog — amaryllis

  Amarcrinum, also known as Crinodonna lily or Hardy Amaryllis, is a lesser-known bulb among novice gardeners—and what a shame! This fascinating group of plants combines many of the best features of other, more common bulbs, and is an ideal flower for gardens in zones 7-10. Here’s what you should know about Amarcrinum, and why you should start planting it sooner than later!   Amarcrinum: The Best of Two Bulbs  Amarcrinum is a hybrid of the Amaryllis and Crinum bulbs, hence its name. While the name x Amarcrinum refers to any hybrid of Amaryllis and Crinum, most of the hybrids...

  After the holidays, the only thing sadder than disposing of your Christmas tree is watching your beautiful amaryllis blooms fade. Alas, like most flowers, these bold blooms are here for a good time, not a long time. However, that doesn’t mean you should toss your amaryllis bulb into the compost heap just yet! With a little TLC, your amaryllis can live to see another year—and another beautiful blooming period!   How to Care for Amaryllis   Amaryllis have similar needs to the other bulbs in your garden: moisture, light, food, and a period of dormancy. As the blooms fade,...

With the hauntings of Halloween now in our rearview mirror, the shift to the holiday mindset is well underway. The store shelves have switched from candy and costumes to garlands and greenery, and the desire to deck our halls is growing ever more pressing. And, of course, along with wreaths, holly, and mistletoe, comes another holiday plant we just can’t get enough of at this time of year—amaryllis.   The Attraction of the Amazing Amaryllis When the weather outside is frightful, and our flourishing gardens have faded away, we find ourselves craving more color than just the holiday greenery in...

Possibly one of the most gifted flowers of the holiday season, Amaryllis (also known as Hippeastrum) is a winter stunner that does a fantastic job of transforming our indoor space into an oasis even when the weather is cold. With incredible star-shaped flowers available in a dizzying array of colors, it’s no wonder they’re so beloved—there’s an Amaryllis for every aesthetic, making it easy to show mom, sis, and even Uncle Steve that you care. Here are some of our favorites:   Amaryllis for Holiday Decor If your goal is picture-perfect blooms to complete your holiday decorating, then these Amaryllis...