Overview

Transform your home with the magnificent beauty of the Candy Amadeus Double Amaryllis. This premium 34/36cm bulb is specifically chosen to ensure a spectacular floral display, producing giant, show-stopping double flowers that are sure to be a conversation starter. Amaryllis bulbs are renowned for their ease of growth and dramatic impact, making them an ideal choice for both seasoned gardeners and enthusiastic beginners. Our large hybrid bulbs are designed to produce robust growth, typically yielding two strong 20-24 inch stems, each adorned with 4 or 5 enormous, long-lasting blossoms that can exceed 8 inches in diameter. The vibrant ‘Candy Amadeus’ variety boasts a stunning double-petaled form, adding an extra layer of elegance and grandeur to its already impressive presence. Perfect for brightening up winter days, these bulbs offer a thrilling indoor gardening experience from the holiday season right through to spring.

Growing a Candy Amadeus Double Amaryllis is a rewarding experience, providing weeks of enjoyment. Unlike smaller bulbs, our substantial size ensures a more prolific and impactful bloom, guaranteeing a truly memorable display. Whether you’re looking for a striking centerpiece, a thoughtful gift, or simply want to indulge in the joy of growing your own spectacular flowers, this Amaryllis bulb delivers on all fronts. Its impressive size and vibrant double blooms make it a standout choice for indoor cultivation, bringing a touch of tropical splendor to any room.

Key Benefits

The Candy Amadeus Double Amaryllis offers numerous advantages, making it a highly sought-after choice for indoor gardening enthusiasts. Here are some of its key benefits:

• Spectacular Double Blooms: Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of giant, fully double flowers, adding a luxurious and opulent touch to your home decor. These blooms are much fuller and more dramatic than single-flowered varieties.
• Easy to Grow Indoors: Amaryllis bulbs are incredibly user-friendly, requiring minimal effort to produce impressive results. They are perfect for beginners and provide a rewarding experience with little fuss.
• Long-Lasting Flowers: Each enormous blossom is designed to last, providing weeks of vibrant color and beauty. You’ll enjoy an extended display, particularly if you stagger planting.
• Impressive Size: Our 34/36cm bulb ensures robust growth, typically producing two sturdy stems that reach 20-24 inches tall, each bearing multiple flowers over 8 inches in diameter. This guarantees a truly grand display.
• Perfect for Holiday Decor: Timing the planting allows for blooms during the winter holidays, making it an excellent natural decoration or a thoughtful gift. The vibrant colors brighten up any festive setting.
• Repeated Blooming Potential: With proper care, Amaryllis bulb care allows these bulbs to rebloom in subsequent years, offering continuous enjoyment and a sustainable gardening choice.
• Great Gift Idea: Due to their ease of growth and stunning results, these bulbs make a fantastic gift for loved ones, children, or those who enjoy indoor gardening.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Proper Amaryllis bulb care ensures a vibrant and long-lasting display. Upon receiving your Candy Amadeus Double Amaryllis bulb, plant it in a pot that is only slightly larger than the bulb itself, allowing about an inch of space around the bulb. Use a good quality, well-draining potting mix. Plant the bulb so that the top one-third of the bulb remains exposed above the soil line. Water thoroughly after planting, then sparingly until growth appears, to prevent rot. Once the stem begins to emerge, increase watering.

For optimal growth, place your potted Amaryllis in a location that receives bright, indirect light. A south-facing window is often ideal. Maintain a consistent room temperature, ideally between 65-75°F (18-24°C). Avoid placing the plant in direct drafts or near heat sources that can dry out the soil too quickly. Once the plant is actively growing and flowering, ensure the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged. Fertilize every 2-4 weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer once the flower stalk appears, continuing through the blooming period. After flowering, cut the spent flower stalk, but allow the leaves to continue growing; this helps the bulb store energy for next year’s blooms. The ideal USDA hardiness zone for outdoor planting is typically 7-11, but for most US customers, this is grown as an indoor Amaryllis.

After the leaves have grown for several months, typically in late summer or early fall, allow the plant to go dormant. Reduce watering and stop fertilizing, letting the leaves naturally yellow and die back. Store the dormant bulb in a cool, dark place (around 50-55°F or 10-13°C) for 8-10 weeks. After this dormancy period, you can repot the bulb (if necessary) and begin the watering cycle again to encourage new growth and another spectacular display of giant Amaryllis flowers. This cycle of growth and dormancy is crucial for successful reblooming of your double Amaryllis bulb.

Size & Details

This offering includes one premium Candy Amadeus Double Amaryllis bulb, boasting an impressive circumference of 34/36cm. This substantial size indicates a mature, robust bulb, primed for producing multiple flower stalks and an abundance of magnificent blooms. Each bulb is expected to yield two sturdy flower stalks, typically reaching heights of 20 to 24 inches (50-60 cm), making for a grand vertical display. Expect each stalk to bear 4 to 5 individual flowers, with each double bloom spanning over 8 inches (20 cm) in diameter, creating a truly spectacular visual impact. The bulb ships in a dormant state, ready for immediate planting upon arrival.

With proper care, you can initiate growth to coincide with desired blooming times, such as the holiday season. The growth rate is relatively fast once active, with flowers typically appearing 6-8 weeks after planting. This makes it an ideal choice for planning seasonal decorations or gifting. The large bulb size contributes directly to the impressive scale and number of the giant Amaryllis flowers produced, ensuring a rewarding and memorable blooming period.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this Amaryllis plant get? A: This large 34/36cm bulb typically produces two flower stalks that can reach 20-24 inches (50-60 cm) tall. Each stalk will feature 4-5 giant double flowers, often exceeding 8 inches (20 cm) in diameter.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: While Amaryllis can be grown outdoors in very warm climates (USDA Zones 7-11), the Candy Amadeus Double Amaryllis is primarily cultivated as an indoor Amaryllis in most parts of the US, especially for its impressive winter blooms.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: Your Amaryllis bulb thrives in bright, indirect light. A sunny window, such as a south-facing one, is ideal. Avoid direct, intense afternoon sun which can scorch the leaves.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, Amaryllis bulbs are remarkably easy to grow and are often recommended for beginners. With basic Amaryllis bulb care, you can achieve stunning results.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: The double Amaryllis bulb will arrive in a dormant state, carefully packaged and ready for planting. It will not have any leaves or flowers upon arrival.
• Q: How long until it blooms after planting? A: Typically, the first flower stalks will emerge and bloom within 6 to 8 weeks after planting and initiating growth. This can vary slightly based on conditions.
• Q: Can I get my Amaryllis to rebloom next year? A: Absolutely! After the flowers fade, continue to care for the leaves, fertilizing regularly. Allow the plant to go dormant in late summer/early fall for 8-10 weeks, then restart the growing cycle for more giant Amaryllis flowers.
• Q: What type of soil should I use for my Amaryllis? A: Use a good quality, well-draining potting mix. A mix designed for houseplants or bulbs is ideal. Ensure the pot has drainage holes to prevent waterlogging.
• Q: How often should I water my Amaryllis? A: Water sparingly after planting until new growth appears. Once the plant is actively growing, keep the soil consistently moist but never soggy. Reduce watering significantly during dormancy.
• Q: Is the Candy Amadeus Double Amaryllis fragrant? A: While some Amaryllis varieties have a light fragrance, the primary appeal of the Candy Amadeus Double Amaryllis is its spectacular visual display of large, showy blooms rather than scent.