Hippeastrum SLH ‘Comet’
Hippeastrum 'Comet' has gorgeous red and white flowers. The Santa's Little Helpers series will bloom in 4-6 weeks from planting in time for Christmas.
Hippeastrum ‘Comet’ has gorgeous red and white flowers. The Santa’s Little Helpers series will bloom in 4-6 weeks from planting, just in time for Christmas. 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.
Common Name: Amaryllis
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: White/Cream
Class: Semi-evergreen
Type: Tender
Bloom Time: Fall - Winter
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:
