Amaryllis is a beautiful winter-blooming flower that comes in a range of vibrant shades. It is commonly grown as a houseplant and is available at nurseries and big box stores around the holiday season ...

The National Garden Bureau designates a specific plant to celebrate each year. The goal is to promote awareness, education and appreciation for that particular plant — and this year, one of the ...

The hybrid amaryllis (Hippeastrum) is a readily available tender bulb with large, showy flowers that is easily grown indoors in a container. This bulb will not overwinter outside in the Chicago region ...

Yes, amaryllis (like the giant flowers you see in greenhouses at Christmas time) is a cold-hardy perennial in gardens in Hampton Roads. In spring or fall, plant the bulb in organic-rich soil with good ...

It’s no wonder why people love to gift (and get!) potted amaryllis plants during the holiday season. Few houseplants flower, and in a room full of green leaves, the bold blooms of an amaryllis can be ...

Forcing is a gardening term that usually refers to making plants bloom out of season. Forcing is done by manipulating a plant’s environment, primarily light and/or temperature. Really, it’s not so ...

Q: What should I do now with amaryllis that have been planted outside since spring and have about a foot of green growth on them? They are still in the ground in a southern-facing, sheltered bed ...

Amaryllis is a plant that grows from a bulb, and is commonly seen at nurseries and garden centers during the colder months. Their bright flowers—which range from red and pink to peach and white—add ...