Amaryllis 'Marilyn' Growing Kit with Terracotta Pot
A terracotta pot and saucer with amaryllis bulb and compost pellet.
£20.00
Notes
This set includes a perfectly snug terracotta pot, compost pellet and one amaryllis bulb ready for planting. 'Marilyn' is more compact than other varieties, and boasts ruffled, double white flowers, tinged with green.
Dimensions
Flowering Height: 30-45cm (11in- 1ft 5in)
Features
The Set
- One terracotta pot and saucer
- One peat-free compost pellet
- One amaryllis bulb
Details
- Flowers: Winter to spring
- Tender
- A tender plant, this bulb will need temperatures to be a steady 20-25°C to trigger growth.
- Takes its name as a reference to Marilyn Monroe's white dress
Planting
- Indoors
- October- January
- Plant 6-8 weeks before you want it to bloom
- Place the peat-free compost pellet into a suitable mixing container and add 350ml of lukewarm water. Allow to stand and expand for 30-60 minutes, drain off any excess water and mix compost well.
- Half fill the pot with compost. Place the bulb in the pot (pointed side upwards) and fill with more compost so that the upper third of the bulb is showing. Keep the compost moist by watering around the edge of the bulb. Place in a warm, light position.
Care
- Once the flower buds are showing, water regularly, being careful not to overwater. To lengthen the flowering time, once the flowers start to show, move the pot to a cooler position. Turn occasionally as the flowers grow towards the light. The stems may need support. Do not allow compost to dry out.
- Store in a cool dry place until ready to plant
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