Amaryllis Celica

How to take care of Amaryllis Celica

Plant the Amaryllis bulb up to three quarters of its height in the pot. Water well  after planting and then not again until the leaves appear above the bulb.  Attention: compost should never be waterlogged as  bulbs will only produce  leaves at the expense of flowers. Place the pots in direct sunlight at room  temperature. Flowers appear 1-3 months after planting; depending how warm   plants are kept and stage of flower development inside the bulb. After Care:  After the  flower fades, clip it off, leaving the green foliage. Treat the   plant like a houseplant. Water regularly and fertilize. In summer, stop watering  and let the plant dry out. In September remove the  bulb from the pot, taking  care not to damage the roots. Store the  bulb in a cool dark place for about 8  to 10 weeks to rest. At the end of this time the  bulb is ready to force into  flower again. Repot the  bulb in a pot only slightly larger in circumference  than the bulb itself. Place it in a sunny spot and start watering. When the   plant begins to grow again, start the feeding program again. You can prevent  diseases by spraying with an anti fungicide or if the problem develops during  the growing season apply weekly.