I have an amaryllis that was given to me at Christmas and came with a kit for planting in water. It was beautiful.. How do I store the blub for next year?
It is difficult to keep amaryllis bulbs when they are grown in water. They just don't receive sufficient nutrients to keep the bulb alive. If your plant just finished blooming and still has leaves, plant it in potting mix and give it abundant light. Roots that are used to water have a hard time transitioning to soil so keep a careful eye on it. If you live where amaryllis are hardy, plant it outside after your frost-free date. If you live in zone 7b or warmer, store the bulb after the leaves have naturally turned yellow and died back.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/amaryllis-hippeastrum/caring-for-amaryllis-grown-in-water-learn-about-growing-amaryllis-in-water.htm
Storing bulbs: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/amaryllis-hippeastrum/amaryllis-bulb-storage.htm
In your article you say "Add water to about an inch below the base of the bulb. This is important. The base of the bulb and roots should be the only parts touching the water; otherwise, rotting of the bulb will occur." It sounds like the base of the bulb should touch the water, but also be an inch above the water. Which is correct? Thank You
This just refers to the tolerance level. The best level is an inch below the base, but it can tolerate the bottom of the bulb being in water. So when you water you will want to go no lower than an inch below the base, and no higher than the base of the bulb.
I have been very successful with my lovely Amaryllis for 5 years. This year, two large stems came out of the bulb, and each bloomed beautifully. Does the bulb need to be separated or kept as it is? The bulb does not look like separating, but I am curious. Miyuki Bucci
You can split the bulb.
This article will help you.
I was given an amaryllis bulb and followed the instructions to the letter, but the thing never bloomed.
The amaryllis bulb should be planted so the neck is exposed above the soil line. An amaryllis bulb that is planted too deep may not produce a flower stalk.
Amaryllis bulbs prefer a moist, rich soil. But if the soil has too much nitrogen, it may not produce flowers.
When an amaryllis starts growing, it needs bright light.
Overly moist soil causes the bulb to rot. It is important to keep the soil moist but not soggy.
And it could be out of your control with an immature bulb or a bulb that was not stored in the correct manner.
I know it's frustrating, but don't give up! Order a new bulb from a reputable grower; and try again!
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/amaryllis-hippeastrum/no-flowers-on-amaryllis.htm
I bought some amaryllis bulbs from a friend, I heard different ways of replanting. Sons say to cut the green leaves and leave about 5 inches above the bulb and others say do not cut the leaves, let them dry and than remove!!
Do not cut any living, green growth. They need to collect as much energy as possible before going dormant. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/amaryllis-hippeastrum/amaryllis-care-instructions-how-to-care-for-an-amaryllis.htm
Will the aggressive growing of the jasmine prohibit the amaryllis bulbs from emerging?
You can prune the Asiatic Jasmine back to keep it in check.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/asian-jasmine/growing-asian-jasmine-vines.htm
died back. This amaryllis is at least 4 or 5 years old and it has never died back enough to cut back the leaves. Just when I think I can finally cut the plant back I find brand new leaves coming up. It has bloomed at least 3 times a year. The original bulb has doubled in size and has shown what looks like a new bulb to the side of the large bulb and it has already grown a new leaf of its own. I love this amaryllis, and don't want to lose it. Is it just showing it's love for me by constantly blooming? Should I just force the issue and not let it bloom again? It DOES need to go into a new larger pot soon. At what point do I need to remove the "baby" bulb and what is the best way of doing It? Oh yes, this bulb has always been indoors. Thanks for any help you can offer.
Are you fertilizing the bulb? Is it getting any "rest periods"? I am astonished that the bulb is so prolific without a period of dormancy. Here is an article about separating the offset. Yours is still in the pot so ignore the part about digging it up in the garden.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/amaryllis-hippeastrum/amaryllis-bulbs-propagation.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/amaryllis-hippeastrum/feeding-amaryllis-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/amaryllis-hippeastrum/amaryllis-bloom-again.htm