Amaryllis "White Garden" 10 Seeds | Private collection | Hippeastrum White Flower Seeds | Giant White Blooms | Rare Perennial Garden Flower

Grow elegant Amaryllis 'White Garden' from seed. Large pure white Hippeastrum blooms, perfect for pots, gardens, and stunning floral displays.

Amaryllis White Garden is an elegant variety producing large, pure white trumpet-shaped blooms with a subtle green throat. Each sturdy stem carries multiple flowers, creating a striking display indoors or in the garden in mild climates. Easy to grow, it is perfect for pots, borders, and as a stunning cut flower.

Main characteristics:
• Flower colour: Pure white with a light green centre
• Flower size: Large (15–20 cm)
• Plant height: 45–60 cm
• Blooming season: Winter to early spring (indoors), late spring outdoors in suitable climates
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Uses: Containers, borders, indoor flowering, cut flowers
• Bulb type: Perennial bulb
• Easy to grow and long-lasting blooms

Plants grown from seed typically flower in approximately 3–5 years under good growing conditions. As the bulbs mature, they readily produce offsets (baby bulbs), allowing the plant to multiply naturally and create larger clumps over time.

Propagation and care instructions for Amaryllis

Sowing Instructions:

1. Sow the seeds in the summer season.
2. Prepare pots or deep trays with special potting medium for seeds, adding perlite if desired. Moisten the medium thoroughly and allow excess water to drain.
3. Sow the seeds on the surface and cover lightly to prevent seed dispersal. Avoid applying excessive medium, as this can lead to seed rot.
4. Spray the seeds with water and maintain consistent moisture, but avoid overwatering. Watering once daily is sufficient.

Environmental Conditions:

Place the pots in a shaded area to promote optimal growth.
Seedlings should sprout within 10-15 days.

Fertilization:

Fertilize young seedlings every 2 weeks with a balanced 20-20-20 NPK solution. You may also use a diluted fertilizer for the first application.

Transplanting:

Once seedlings develop multiple leaves and roots, separate them and transplant into larger pots with only half of the bulb exposed above soil level. Avoid watering the bulb itself.

Watering schedule:

Water twice weekly during the summer season and discontinue watering during winter.

Maturity and Potting:

Amaryllis plants typically take 3-4 years to bloom.

Mature bulbs can be planted in clay pots with garden soil, ensuring good drainage by adding a thick layer of rocks at the bottom and a layer of peat on top.

Precautions:

To prevent red blotch (a fungal disease), maintain consistent moisture levels but avoid overwatering.

By following these guidelines, you can successfully propagate and care for your Amaryllis plants, enjoying their beautiful blooms for years to come.