Amaryllis Blushing Bride: Your Garden's Next Pink Perfection 🌸

Imagine your South African garden bursting with vibrant, soft pink blooms that feel like a warm embrace! The Amaryllis Symphony Single 'Blushing Bride' is here to transform your outdoor space into a sanctuary of beauty and calm. This isn't just a bulb; it's an invitation to cultivate joy and a personal touch of elegance, effortlessly.

Why You'll Adore 'Blushing Bride':

• Effortless Elegance: 'Blushing Bride' bulbs are incredibly easy to grow, making them perfect for both seasoned gardeners and those just starting their green-fingered journey. You'll feel a surge of pride as these stunning flowers unfurl.

• A Punch of Perfect Pink: As seen in the image, each single bulb delivers a generous display of pretty pink flowers. These delightful hues will uplift your spirits and add a cheerful, romantic touch to your garden.

• Sweet Blooms, Sweet Memories: Envision your garden filled with these captivating blooms. They’re perfect for creating charming cut flower arrangements that bring the joy indoors, or simply for admiring as you sip your morning tea on the patio.

• Thrives in Our Climate: This Amaryllis variety is perfectly suited for South African conditions, ensuring a rewarding blooming season. You'll experience the satisfaction of nurturing a plant that truly flourishes in its home.

Cultivating Your 'Blushing Bride' Dream:

Caring for your 'Blushing Bride' is straightforward, allowing you to enjoy its beauty without fuss.

• Sunlight: Give your Amaryllis plenty of bright, indirect light. A spot that receives morning sun and afternoon shade is ideal, especially during our warmer South African summers.

• Watering: Water thoroughly when the top 3-5 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. During the growing and blooming period, keep the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. Reduce watering once the plant enters its dormancy phase.

• Soil: 'Blushing Bride' thrives in well-draining soil. A good quality potting mix enriched with organic matter will provide the perfect foundation for spectacular blooms. Consider a mix designed for bulbs or a blend of loam, sand, and compost for optimal results.

• Dormancy Care: After flowering, allow the foliage to yellow and die back naturally. This is crucial for the bulb to store energy for next season's spectacular display. During dormancy, keep the bulb relatively dry.

Feel the Difference!

Imagine the quiet satisfaction as you watch the sturdy green stalk emerge, followed by those breathtaking pink petals. This Amaryllis won't just decorate your garden; it will enrich your daily life, offering moments of beauty and tranquility. It's an investment in your well-being, a personal masterpiece that brings peace and happiness.

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.