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Amaryllis Sonata Double Harlequin: Double the Joy for Your South African Garden
Imagine stepping into your garden and being greeted by an exquisite burst of colour! Our Amaryllis Sonata Double 'Harlequin' brings this dream to life. Each pack contains two premium bulbs, promising an abundance of truly show-stopping blooms. Prepare for double the joy, double the beauty, and double the admiration!
Why You'll Adore the Amaryllis 'Harlequin':
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🌸 Mesmerising Double Blooms: These aren't just any Amaryllis! The 'Harlequin' boasts stunning, ruffled double flowers. Each pristine white petal is exquisitely outlined in a delicate rose-pink, creating a truly captivating display.
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🏡 Perfect for Pots or Flower Beds: Whether you have a sprawling garden or a cosy balcony, these versatile beauties thrive! Plant them directly into your flower beds for a dramatic splash of colour, or nurture them in pots to adorn your patio or indoor spaces. They bring elegance wherever they grow.
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Instant Garden Glamour: Experience the thrill of watching these magnificent flowers unfurl. Their striking presence instantly elevates any setting, making your garden the envy of your neighbourhood.
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🎁 Double the Delight: With two bulbs per pack, you're not just buying a plant; you're investing in a prolonged season of beauty and an incredible visual impact.
Cultivating Your 'Harlequin' Amaryllis: Simple Steps to Stunning Success
Amaryllis are wonderfully easy to grow, making them perfect for both seasoned gardeners and enthusiastic beginners.
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When to Plant: In South Africa, the ideal time to plant your Amaryllis bulbs is during the cooler, drier autumn and winter months (typically April to August). This allows them to establish strong roots before the warmer spring growing season.
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Light Conditions: Your 'Harlequin' thrives in bright, indirect light. If planting outdoors, choose a spot that receives morning sun and afternoon shade. Indoors, a north-facing window or a brightly lit room is perfect.
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Soil Composition: Provide well-draining soil. A good quality potting mix enriched with compost is ideal for potted plants. For garden beds, ensure the soil is loose and drains freely to prevent waterlogging.
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Watering Wisdom: Water sparingly after planting, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Once the stem emerges, increase watering, keeping the soil consistently moist but never soggy. Reduce watering once the flowers fade and the leaves begin to yellow, signalling the start of dormancy.
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Feeding for Fabulous Flowers: Feed your Amaryllis every two to four weeks with a balanced liquid fertiliser once the flower stalk appears and during the active growing phase.
Feel the Difference:
Imagine the pride as your 'Harlequin' Amaryllis bursts into bloom. Feel the joy of nurturing something so spectacular. Experience the serenity of your garden transformed into a vibrant oasis. This plant isn't just an addition to your home; it's an enhancement to your life, a daily reminder of nature's incredible beauty.
Ready to infuse your South African garden with breathtaking elegance?
Family: Amaryllidaceae
Common name: amaryllis, Christmas flower
Sun exposure: Full sun and semi-shade
Planting time: September January
Flowering time: October - February
Active growth: September - April
Dormant: May August
Lifting time: June
Type: True bulb
Mature height: 40cm
Planting depth: Plant with the neck above the soil
Plant spacing: 10cm apart
Watering: After planting, water and then wait 10 days for the roots to stabilise. Thereafter, water every 3-4 days when planted in the ground for 10 minutes. If you have planted them in containers, water every 2-3 days, until water runs out from the bottom of the container. Empty saucers 30 minutes after watering.
Position and soil
Amaryllis is one of the easiest plants to grow. It produces gorgeous blooms in just a few weeks after planting. They are happy in well-draining soil, but tolerate a variety of soils, ranging from heavy loam to light sand.
Further Care
Feed weekly with Hadeco Bulb Food until March. Watering should continue into April and can come to a halt from May. Bulbs can remain in the soil or be lifted once the foliage is yellow and has wilted. If you choose to lift, store them in cool and dry places (a dark cupboard or garage will do) and then at the end of winter it can be cleaned of old brown foliage and replanted in the garden or pots.
