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Amaryllis bulbs are among the easiest plants to grow we'll show you how. But first, you should know that an Amaryllis is really a Hippeastrum. Hippeastrums are in the genus Ammaryllidacea (a family of flowering plants) which is the source of the confusion. The true Amaryllis consists of a single species, Amaryllis belladonna, also known as "naked ladies". However, there are more than 50 species of Hippeastrum. We will use the popular name , Amaryllis, though you will also see them referred to elsewhere, more correctly, as Hippeastrum.

You Can Grow Amaryllis Bulbs!

Amaryllis(Hippeastrum) bulbs are among the most spectacular of all flowering bulbs you can grow! They are attractive and can produce several stems of giant trumpet shaped flowers in one season. They are available in a wide variety of color including white, pink, salmon, red, and yellow-green.

The stunning Amaryllis Chico, an unusual twist..
 
Mature plants can get quite large but there are many smaller varieties that are compact and will fit on a windowsill. With just a little care, amaryllis bulbs will get bigger and produce more flowers every year. You can expect two or more stems, each with at least four large flowers per stem, if you grow your bulbs well!This website will give you all the information that you need to grow beautiful Amaryllis plants.

Start now with our Amaryllis Care Guide >