Amaryllis 'Huntington Society'

Scientific Name: Hippeastrum hybrid

Common Name: Huntington Society Amaryllis

Exposure: Bright, indirect light indoors

Blooming Time (Months): December to March

Bloom Duration (Months): 1 to 2 months

Fragrance: Light to none

Plant Habit: Upright, bulbous perennial grown indoors

Characteristics: A premium amaryllis variety sold in partnership with or supporting the Huntington Society of Canada; produces large, showy trumpet-shaped blooms in brilliant shades of red; a symbol of hope and awareness; easy to grow indoors during the winter months and perfect for gift-giving or fundraising events

Spacing: Not applicable (grown individually in pots)

Height: 18 to 24 inches

Width: 4 to 6 inches

Maintenance Requirements: Low; plant bulb with the top third exposed above the soil, water sparingly until growth appears, then keep evenly moist; place in bright indirect light and rotate regularly for even growth; after flowering, allow leaves to grow to replenish the bulb for next season or compost after bloom cycle.