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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    October 24, 2011
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    Amaryllis may be kept outdoors from September through April in warm weather climates. The foliage is evergreen in warm climates and will continue to grow in your garden. Water as needed, typically once a week.

    Here is an article that you may find helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/amaryllis-hippeastrum/amaryllis-care-instructions-how-to-care-for-an-amaryllis.htm

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    December 4, 2011
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    Yes, you should replenish the water as needed, keeping it at least an inch below the bulb. Don't allow the water in the vase touch, only the roots should make contact with the water, as this can cause the amaryllis bulb to rot.

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    BamaGirl on
    December 4, 2011
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    Thank you!!

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    December 4, 2011
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    Generally, the top of the amaryllis bulb is left sticking up from the soil. This article will help with its care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/amaryllis-hippeastrum/amaryllis-care-instructions-how-to-care-for-an-amaryllis.htm

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    Nikki on
    January 17, 2012
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    Once the flowers have faded, you can trim the entire stem back to the bulb with sharp scissors. If any of the blooms are unsightly (or droopy), you can go ahead and cut these too. It will not hurt the plant to do so. These articles will help with additional care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/amaryllis-hippeastrum/amaryllis-care-instructions-how-to-care-for-an-amaryllis.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/amaryllis-hippeastrum/amaryllis-bloom-again.htm

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    Nikki on
    February 16, 2012
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    This is exactly what you described, the seedpod. If you want to try growing the seeds, let the seedpod stay until it is dry, then you can plant the seeds.
    Otherwise, simply cut it off.

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    Heather on
    March 26, 2012
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    It sounds like you have fungus gnats. This article will help:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/children/fungus-gnats.htm

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    Nikki on
    April 3, 2012
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    They will survive year round outside in zones 7 or higher, so in your area, it can be left outdoors year round. It can be planted in late spring or summer. Find a sunny location that drains well. Plant the bulbs with an inch of the bulb above the soil surface. After your amaryllis have bloomed, cut off the flower stalks. The foliage is evergreen in warm climates and will continue to grow in your garden. Water as needed, typically once a week. Use a high phosphorus fertilizer or bone meal. The phosphorus is what plants use to make the blooms and helps with blooming.

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