Hippeastrum ‘Rilona’

Hippeastrum 'Rilona' is a gorgeous and unique amaryllis in shades of peach and apricot with a red throat.

Hippeastrum ‘Rilona’ is a gorgeous and unique amaryllis in shades of peach and apricot with a red throat. 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 Jumbo Size bulb will have 2-3 flowering stems.

Common Name:  Amaryllis - [Summer 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:  Pink

Secondary Bloom Colour:  Red

Bloom Time:  Fall - Winter

Foliage Colour:  Green

Class:  Semi-evergreen

Type:  Tender

Soil Moisture:  Average

Stem Colour:  

Fragrance:  Yes

Berries:  

Benefits:  

Deer Resistant:  Unknown

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  Dry summer, wettish winter regions of southern Brazil.

Award:  AGM

Geographical Origin:  Central and South America, Garden Origin