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Amaryllis 'Merry Christmas' Your Festive Centrepiece Awaits! 🎄
Transform your home into a vibrant haven of holiday cheer with the stunning Amaryllis 'Merry Christmas'! 🎄 Imagine the delight as magnificent, velvety red blooms unfurl, bringing an instant burst of festive spirit right into your living space. This isn't just a plant; it's a living declaration of joy, promising to fill your home with warmth and beauty throughout the South African summer Christmas season.
Why 'Merry Christmas' is Your Must-Have Holiday Bloom:
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Spectacular Red Flowers: Witness large, showy red blossoms that command attention and truly embody the spirit of Christmas. Each petal is a testament to nature's artistry!
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Long-Lasting Display: Enjoy an extended period of breathtaking beauty. These resilient flowers keep the festive cheer alive for weeks, unlike fleeting decorations.
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Effortless Elegance: Even if you're new to gardening, 'Merry Christmas' is incredibly easy to grow. It thrives with minimal fuss, rewarding you with spectacular results. Feel the pride as these magnificent flowers bloom under your care!
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Instant Festive Vibe: Placing this amaryllis in your home immediately elevates your Christmas decor. It creates a welcoming, joyful atmosphere that your family and guests will adore.
🌿 Caring for Your Amaryllis 'Merry Christmas' is a Breeze:
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Light Conditions: This beauty absolutely loves bright, indirect light. Place it near a sunny window where it can soak up the glorious South African sun without getting scorched.
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Watering Wisdom: Keep the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. When the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch, it's time for a drink. During our warm summer months, you might find yourself watering every few days.
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Soil Perfection: Amaryllis thrives in well-draining potting mix. A good quality, general-purpose potting mix will provide the ideal home for its roots. Ensure your pot has drainage holes to prevent soggy feet!
Picture yourself relaxing, surrounded by these glorious red blooms, the scent of the holidays subtly filling the air. This Amaryllis doesn't just decorate your home; it cultivates an atmosphere of pure happiness and festive wonder. It's the perfect gift for yourself or a loved one, a true symbol of the season's joy that keeps on giving.
🌟 Bring Home the Magic. Order Your Amaryllis 'Merry Christmas' Today and Start Your Festive Season with a Flourish!
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.
