Amaryllis ‘Blossom Nymph’ is a stunning, double-flowered cultivar known for its large, peony-like blooms featuring creamy white petals brushed with soft, delicate blush-pink stripes. As part of the Hippeastrum genus, this bulb produces 4–6 flowers per stem, rising 14–18 inches high, and is ideal for indoor, festive, or cut flower displays, generally blooming 8–10 weeks after planting.
Key Characteristics and Care for ‘Blossom Nymph’
- Appearance: Features lush, ruffled petals with a, light pink and white color scheme.
- Size: The flowers are quite large, reaching up to 10 inches across.
- Blooming Time: Typically blooms in 8–10 weeks after planting, often in time for winter holidays.
- Planting: Plant bulbs with the top one-third above the soil line in a pot slightly wider than the bulb.
- Care Requirements: Requires bright, indirect sunlight, moderate watering, and temperatures around 68-70°F (20°C).
- Maintenance: Low maintenance, but stalks may need support due to the weight of the large, double blooms.
Growth and Reblooming
- Initial Growth: Bulbs should be kept at room temperature, with watering beginning when growth starts.
- Post-Bloom Care: After flowering, remove faded blooms but keep foliage. Continue watering and fertilizing (every 4-6 weeks) to encourage the bulb to store energy for the next season.
- Resting Period: For reblooming, allow the plant to go dormant by stopping water and storing it in a cool, dark place (approx. 55°F or 13°C) for 6-12 weeks in late summer or fall.
Toxicity
- Like all Hippeastrum species, ‘Blossom Nymph’ bulbs are toxic to pets, including cats and dogs, and should be kept out of reach.
Usage
- Best suited for indoor pots to bring color during winter.
- Excellent as a cut flower for bouquets.
