amaryllis
Get the latest news, expert advice, and features on amaryllis from the Gardening Know How team to help your garden thrive.
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Want Amaryllis But Not Red? Try These 8 White Amaryllis Varieties For The Ultimate Elegance
You’re probably familiar with the crisp red blooms of the traditional amaryllis – but if you feel like something more unusual and elegant, why not try white amaryllis?
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Up Your Amaryllis Game! 6 Of The Best Giant Amaryllis Varieties
For a dramatic holiday flower, consider a giant amaryllis. They're easy to grow and, the bigger the bulb, the more magnificent flowers it will produce.
By Tonya Barnett
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Try These 8 Pink Amaryllis Varieties That Look Stunning Indoors And Out
While not quite as prevalent as the traditional red flowering type, the pink amaryllis is a beautiful addition to the home – and here are eight of the best
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Are Amaryllis Plants Poisonous To Cats? How You Can Tell – And What To Grow Instead
The holiday season is a perfect time to showcase your favorite Christmas blooms, but are amaryllis plants poisonous to cats? Here’s how to keep felines safe and well
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Fancy Christmas Flowers Other Than Poinsettias? Try These 6 Joyful Blooming Alternatives
The holiday season seems synonymous with poinsettia plants, but if you’re keen to broaden your festive floral horizons, why not try these cheerful holiday bloomers?
By Amy Grant
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Elegant Exotics: 8 Beautiful Amaryllis Varieties That Will Brighten Any Holiday Display
Whether red, pink, white or variegated, the right amaryllis varieties can enhance any living space, especially during the holidays. We round up eight of the most exquisite
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Get Amaryllis To Rebloom – So You Can Enjoy Elegant Amaryllis Flowers All Year
Amaryllis flowers aren't just a one-time thing. Your holiday amaryllis can rebloom for years and years... as long as you treat it right.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Amaryllis Bulb Propagation: How To Grow Amaryllis Bulbs
Learn how to grow amaryllis bulbs into new plants with the three main methods of amaryllis bulb propagation.
By Teo Spengler
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Ultimate Amaryllis Care Guide: Everything You Need To Grow Amaryllis Plants
Amaryllis bulbs are a popular holiday gift, but did you know you can keep them going for years and years? Here's our comprehensive amaryllis care guide.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Amaryllis Has Leaf Scorch – Controlling Red Blotch Of Amaryllis Plants
By Tonya Barnett
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Amaryllis Planting Outdoors – Learn How To Grow Amaryllis In The Garden
Amaryllis will grow well outside in warm regions up to Zone 7b. Plant these beauties in your warm climate garden.
By Nikki Tilley
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Caring For Amaryllis Grown In Water: Learn About Growing Amaryllis In Water
By Nikki Tilley
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Amaryllis Seed Propagation: How To Plant An Amaryllis Seed
If you have some patience, you can produce and germinate your own amaryllis seed pods. Learn more about amaryllis seed propagation and how to plant an amaryllis seed in the article that follows. Click here for more information.
By Liz Baessler
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Staking An Amaryllis: Types Of Amaryllis Support Stakes
The tall amaryllis stalks grow from bulbs, and each stalk bears four huge blooms. If your blooming plant gets top-heavy, you might need to learn about staking an amaryllis. Click this article for information about what to use for amaryllis plant support.
By Teo Spengler
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Soil For Amaryllis Plants – What Kind Of Soil Does Amaryllis Need
Because it blooms in winter or early spring, amaryllis is almost always kept in a pot indoors, so you have more say in the kind of soil it grows in. So what kind of soil does amaryllis need? Learn about amaryllis soil requirements in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Amaryllis Flower Varieties: Different Types Of Amaryllis
Amaryllis is available in a variety of shapes and colors; in fact, almost too many different types of amaryllis to count. Click this article to learn about just a few of the many amaryllis flower varieties on the market.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Amaryllis Forcing Indoors: How To Force Amaryllis Bulbs In Soil
There are some schools of thought that say forcing amaryllis bulbs in soil versus water is the best method. Here are some tips on how to force amaryllis bulbs in soil for a successful project that will brighten your home and your mood.
By Bonnie L. Grant