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Amaryllis 'Candy Floss' Your Garden's Sweetest Symphony 🌸
Imagine a burst of pure joy unfurling in your South African garden or gracing your sunniest windowsill. The 'Candy Floss' Amaryllis isn't just a bulb; it's a promise of exquisite beauty and effortless elegance, designed to transform your space into a vibrant sanctuary.
Why You Need the 'Candy Floss' Amaryllis in Your Life:
This isn't just any Amaryllis. 'Candy Floss' boasts magnificent, single-form blooms in a captivating shade of soft, delicate pink as seen in the image, truly reminiscent of fluffy spun sugar. It's an instant uplift for any setting, bringing a sophisticated touch of nature's artistry right to your home.
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Spectacular Blooms: Prepare for large, show-stopping flowers that command attention and admiration. Their gentle, playful pink hue brings a serene and inviting atmosphere, filling your heart with delight.
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Effortless Beauty: Even if you're a beginner, this Amaryllis makes you feel like a seasoned gardener. It's incredibly easy to grow and maintain, rewarding you with spectacular results for minimal effort. Experience the sheer satisfaction of watching these beauties bloom!
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Versatile Charm: Perfect for pots on your patio, a dazzling display indoors brightening your living space, or even integrated into a sheltered garden bed for a delightful surprise.
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Long-Lasting Joy: Enjoy a prolonged flowering period, ensuring your home or garden remains vibrant and cheerful for weeks on end, extending that feeling of peace and happiness.
Plant with Confidence: Care Tips for Your South African Garden 🇿🇦
The 'Candy Floss' Amaryllis thrives in our unique South African climate, making it a superb choice for local gardeners. Its robust nature means less worry for you, and more enjoyment!
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When to Plant: Plant Amaryllis bulbs from late winter through spring (July to October in South Africa) for stunning blooms in the warmer months.
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Watering: Water sparingly after initial planting. Once you see new growth emerging, water regularly but always allow the topsoil to dry out completely between waterings. Avoid overwatering; soggy soil is the enemy! Reduce watering after flowering as the plant prepares for its dormant period.
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Soil: This Amaryllis loves well-draining, fertile potting mix. A good quality, loose compost ensures healthy root development and robust growth, giving you the best chance for magnificent blooms.
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Light: Provide plenty of bright, indirect sunlight. A north-facing window indoors or a spot with dappled shade outdoors is ideal to protect those delicate petals from our harsh afternoon sun. The right light ensures the most vibrant colours!
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Feeding: Fertilise every two to four weeks with a balanced liquid fertiliser once the flower stalk appears. This gives your 'Candy Floss' the nutrients it needs to produce truly spectacular blossoms.
Bring the Sweetness Home!
Don't miss out on the chance to experience the captivating beauty and effortless charm of the Amaryllis 'Candy Floss'.
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.
