Amaryllis 'Quito'
syn. Hippeastrum 'Quito'
Orders placed before 1 September 2024
You can expect your order in August/September
Orders placed 1 September - 15 October 2024
You can expect your order in September/October
Orders placed 16 October - 15 December 2024
You can expect your order within 10 business days
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Description
Amaryllis 'Quito' is a breathtaking floral masterpiece. Known for its large, spider-shaped blooms in striking coral red, Hippeastrum 'Quito' is sure to captivate and impress. Ideal for indoor winter displays, each robust bulb of Amaryllis 'Quito' promises multiple stems, ensuring a prolonged and stunning display of lush flowers. Elevate your interior decor by planting Hippeastrum (Spider Group) 'Quito' in a chic pot. Its bold, tropical appearance makes it a unique gift for loved ones or a special treat for yourself!
Key features
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Perfect for pots
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Suitable for indoors
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Comes back every year
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Thrives well in full sun
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Packed in paper bags
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Needs winter protection
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Rodent resistant
Specs & details
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Botanical name
Hippeastrum (Spider Group) 'Quito'
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Flower colour
Red, coral
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Bulb size
26/28
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Established height
50-70cm
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Established spread
20-30cm
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Leaf colour
Green
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Habit
Upright
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Life cycle
Perennial
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Hardiness
Tender
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Years to establish
1st year
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Sunlight
Full sun
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Position
Sheltered
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Suitable for
Indoors
Pots -
Soil acidity
Any
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Soil moisture
Free draining
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Soil type
Multipurpose compost
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Growing skill
Easy to grow
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Scented
No
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Pollinator-friendly
No
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Mouse resistant
Yes
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Rabbit resistant
Yes
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Deer resistant
Yes
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Toxicity
Harmful if eaten
Skin/eyes irritant
Plant calendar
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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- Planting
- Flowering
Useful information
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Plant your Amaryllis 'Quito' bulbs in pots from mid to late autumn and grow indoors;
Plant the Hippeastrum with the neck of the bulb exposed above the soil surface;
Plant each bulb into a 15-20cm diameter pot;
Place the bulbs with the pointed side facing upwards;
Water-in after planting and water sparingly until your Amaryllis 'Quito' sprouts. Keep it well watered once in growth.
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Orders placed before 1 September 2024
You can expect your order in September 2024Orders placed 1 September - 15 October 2024
You can expect your order in October 2024Orders placed 16 October - 15 December 2024
You can expect your order within 10 business days
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