Amaryllis 'Jewel'

Amaryllis 'Jewel' is unique for its pure white color, interspersed with delicate veins of lime-green on each crepe-like petal. Cultivated from Amaryllis belladonna hybrids, the exact parentage is unknown. The name is a reference to its being a prized Amaryllis. Gardeners like amaryllis 'Jewel' as it is easy to grow. It is also loved for its long bloom time and scent.

Scientific classification

Genus

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

Perennial

Lifespan

17 cm to 20 cm

Spread

Deciduous

Leaf type

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Amaryllis 'Jewel'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Amaryllis 'Jewel' requires consistently moist soil, needing frequent watering of every 1-2 days during active growth and daily during flowering. Reduce to 1-2 times weekly in winter. Use rested tap water, avoiding direct watering on the bulb or foliage to prevent disease, while misting to increase humidity.

Fertilize: One month after planting, amaryllis 'Jewel' should be fertilized monthly with phosphate and potash before flowering. Loosen soil before application. Stop fertilizing during bloom and dormancy. After flowering, use high nitrogen and potassium fertilizers. Avoid over-fertilization to prevent burning and insufficient growth.

Pruning: Amaryllis 'Jewel' features vibrant flowers that enhance gardens. Prune an inch above the base to eliminate spent blooms and damaged leaves. Early spring is ideal for shaping, while later spring is best for deadheading. Regular, sterilized pruning promotes healthy growth and extended blooming.

Propagation: Amaryllis 'Jewel' propagates via seeding, bulb division, and cuttage. The preferred method for home planting is bulb division, producing 2-3 child bulbs annually. After a 2-day drying period, plant each bulb 2/3 deep in a peat-sandy mix and water once, resuming after new leaves sprout.

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