Amaryllis Flower Bulb Growth. 22042021 When you first plant an amaryllis bulb it has no flowers or foliage. Bulb size also plays a role in how long until they produce a bloom.
Plant In Spring or Fall. Amaryllis flowers range from 4 to 10 inches in size and can be either single or double in form. These big bulbs are easy to bring into bloom and even a novice can expect success.
However the amaryllis bulbs we commonly purchase and grow as houseplants are hybrids of the genus Hippeastrum and are native to Central and South America.
Amaryllis hippeastrum is a popular bulb crop grown by greenhouse producers as pre-finished potted plants and marketed for major holidays including Thanksgiving Christmas and Mothers Day. Ad Unlimited access to Flower market reports on 180 countries. The bulb goes through a short dormancy period either in late summer for forced bulbs. 22042021 When you first plant an amaryllis bulb it has no flowers or foliage.