Hippeastrum ‘Chico’
Hippeastrum 'Chico' is a Cybister amaryllis with graceful and slender petals in shades of deep red, green, and cream.
Hippeastrum ‘Chico’ is a member of the Cybister or spider group amaryllis with graceful and slender petals in shades of deep red, green, and cream. Grow in a sunny location (usually in a pot) outside in summer. Fertilize well. Allow autumn frosts to hit the foliage then bring inside, chop off the leaves and allow to dry out in the dark. Give light and water when a bud or new foliage appears. Will bloom indoors in January and February. This First Size bulb will have 1-2 flowering stems.
Common Name: Amaryllis - [Spring B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Amaryllidaceae (The Amaryllis Family)
Zone Hardiness: 8-11
Light: Full Sun Part Sun
Height: 12-24"
Width: 8-12"
Primary Bloom Colour: Red
Secondary Bloom Colour: Orange
Class: Semi-evergreen
Type: Tender
Bloom Time: Fall - Winter
Soil Moisture: Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Dry summer, wettish winter regions of southern Brazil.
Award: AGM
Geographical Origin:
