Amaryllis "Picotee" (Hippeastrum)

(this item ships September onwards once received from supplier)

Hippeastrum ‘Picotee’
An award-winning classic, Hippeastrum ‘Picotee’ is admired for its large, crisp white blooms delicately edged in red. Flowering for weeks – sometimes months – throughout winter and into spring, it brings light and elegance indoors at a time when gardens are resting. Its exceptional quality has earned it the Royal Horticultural Society’s prestigious Award of Garden Merit.

Ideal for brightening your home when fresh cut flowers are scarce, this variety is both striking and easy to grow. Plant the bulbs in autumn for blooms 7–10 weeks later. Use a snug pot with no more than 1cm between the bulb and the edge, filled with free-draining, gritty compost. Position the bulb so the top third remains above the compost surface to protect the growing point from rot. Water sparingly until growth appears, then keep evenly moist, applying a liquid feed every two weeks during active growth.

One Hippeastrum ‘Picotee’ makes a refined statement; three together create an unforgettable display.

The bulbs are ideal for winter or early spring flowering and pair beautifully with indoor Narcissi such as Paperwhites. They can also be incorporated into seasonal arrangements for an elegant festive display.

Product Details:

• Bulb size: 26-28cm

• Mature height: 60 cm

• Spread: 25 cm

• Plant spacing: 25 cm

• Flowering time: 6–8 weeks after planting (indoors)

Planting & Care:

• Plant in fresh loam or compost, leaving half the bulb above the surface.

• Position in a warm location and water sparingly until shoots appear.

• Once growth reaches 10 cm, move to a bright, warm position to encourage flowering.

• During active growth, water regularly and feed with a liquid fertiliser.

• When leaves begin to yellow, gradually reduce watering and allow the bulb to rest for approximately three months.

• Repotting is not required every year.

With proper care, this Hippeastrum will produce spectacular blooms that enhance any indoor space during the colder months.