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Variety: Peruvian amaryllis ‘Andes Fire’
Color: deep red with a crimson throat
Bulb size: 28/30 cm (circumference)
Height: 18 to 24 inches
Bloom time: about 35 to 40 days after planting
Sold as a single bulb (pot and soil not included)
Hardy in zones 9 to 11, so in colder climates grow it indoors in a pot
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Plant in a pot just slightly wider than the bulb, in well-drained potting mix, with the top third of the bulb above the soil.
Keep it warm while it roots, about 70 to 77°F, then give it bright, indirect light.
Water lightly at first, then keep the soil moist but never soggy, since overwatering rots the bulb.
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Planted in early November: blooms in mid-December
Planted in mid-November: blooms around Christmas
Planted in early December: blooms in early to mid January
Planted in mid-December: blooms in late January
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Order by November 5 for Christmas blooms. Bulbs ship dormant, packed to protect them in transit.
Orders ship within 1 to 3 business days from Freehold, NY via USPS.
Flat-rate shipping of $10 on all orders.
We ship within the continental US.
You’ll get a tracking email as soon as your order ships.
When it arrives
Unpack your bulb right away. Pot it up within a few days for the fastest bloom. If you can’t plant it right away, keep it in a cool, dry spot out of direct sun.Safety
Amaryllis bulbs and plants are toxic if eaten. Please keep them away from pets and small children.Questions or a problem with your order?
If your bulb arrives damaged or you have a question, email Hello@welsummerfarm.com within 14 days with your order number and a photo, and we’ll make it right. See our full Shipping Policy.