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Hippeastrum (Double Galaxy Group) 'Marilyn' (PBR)

amaryllis bulb

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A true star in the world of flowering bulbs. This exquisite variety presents double-white blossoms adorned with delicate apple-green veining and a captivating apple-green throat. Its name, a nod to the iconic skirt famously worn by Marilyn Monroe, perfectly captures the opulent beauty of its blooms. 'Marilyn' is an ideal gift choice, particularly in anticipation of the festive season or for a memorable Christmas surprise. With its first spectacular flowers gracing your space just 7-10 weeks after planting, this bulb promises to add a touch of elegance and charm to any brightly lit spot in the home.

How to care for Hippeastrum (Double Galaxy Group) Marilyn (PBR):

Set the bulb in a pot containing good quality compost so that the top two-thirds are exposed. Water the compost only when the surface is dry; too much just after potting can cause the bulb to rot. Keep the plant in a bright spot avoiding direct sun, and rotate the plant periodically to avoid the emerging flower stalk leaning towards the light. Leaves will appear shortly after flowering.

Once flowering has finished, cut off the flower stalk 5-10cm above the bulb - don't cut off the foliage. Water when the surface of the compost is dry and feed fortnightly with a balanced liquid fertiliser. Reduce and cease watering from early autumn and move to a dry, dark spot for a few months allowing the foliage to die back, simulating the dormant, dry season of the plant’s native South America. In November bring it back into the light and begin watering again. Old foliage should be removed, though take care not to remove any new shoots. Expect flowers in six to eight weeks.

Please note that newly planted bulbs, using the technique described above, can take up to eight weeks to flower so plant or purchase as gifts in mid- to late October for flowering at Christmas. Bulbs purchased as gifts for Christmas are likely to flower from early February onwards.
Flowering period:
  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec
Eventual height:
0.5m
Eventual spread:
0.3m
Position:

Bright, indirect light

Rate of growth:

Fast-growing

Soil:

Peat-free general-purpose compost

Hardiness:

Frost tender

  • InformationThis bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.
  • InformationHumans/Pets: Harmful if eaten

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