Hippeastrum reticulatum v. striatifolium is a lovely little species from Brazil. The flower stem is only about 12" tall, and the dainty flowers are pink netted with a deeper color. The leaves are lovely too, with a bright white stripe down the center of each leaf.
After the green shoot appears, water regularly to keep soil moist but not soggy, and move the pot to a sunny spot. Access to good sunlight during the growing phase is important to keep the plant from stretching in search of light as this can result in the already tall stems growing even taller.
Fertilize amaryllis regularly during the growth cycle starting one month after planting (when active growth is underway). Use regular houseplant food such as Miracle Gro or another general plant food applied 1 x per month. Or use a long-lasting, balanced, timed-release fertilizer, applied as needed.
Grow in well-drained, moderately fertile soil in a sheltered, sunny site. Protect in winter in cold areas.
After flowering is finished (usually within 2-3 weeks), cut flower stems close to the bulb. You can then take the bulb out of the pot (with its leaves) and plant into the garden or a larger pot as preferred (put some well-decayed cow manure into the soil first). The bulb can be lifted again in April-May. Cut foliage close to the bulbs, and store bulbs in a warm place (around 20 degrees). Dusting with micronised sulphur helps protect against fungal infections during storing. Replant bulbs again from September.
Provide good air circulation, with temperatures between 65 (18 °C) to 75 F (23 °C) and nighttime temperatures between 50 t(10°C) to 60 F (15 °C).
A container that is about one-third as tall as the plant (measured from the soil line to the highest leaf) often works best.
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