Scientific Name: Hippeastrum ‘Blitzen’
Common Name: Amaryllis Blitzen 26+
Exposure: Bright, indirect light indoors; or full sun to partial shade outdoors (summer)
Blooming Time (Months): December to March indoors, late spring to early summer if planted outdoors in warm climates
Bloom Duration (Months): 1 to 2 months
Fragrance: Light, sweet fragrance
Plant Habit: Upright, clumping, bulbous perennial (grown as an indoor winter bulb in cold climates)
Characteristics: Bold, striking red blooms with a white central stripe; multiple large flowers per sturdy stem. Ideal for indoor forcing and festive holiday displays; long-lasting and dramatic flowers.
Spacing: 6 to 8 inches (if planting multiple bulbs in a pot)
Height: 18 to 24 inches
Width: 6 to 8 inches
Maintenance Requirements: Low maintenance; plant bulbs with one-third above soil level in well-drained potting mix; water sparingly until growth appears, then moderately; provide bright light and rotate pot regularly for even growth. After flowering, allow foliage to grow to replenish bulb, then rest bulb for 8–10 weeks before replanting for future blooms.
