Purple Amaryllis is a bulb-forming ornamental plant grown for its large, trumpet-shaped blooms and upright growth habit. It adapts well to warm climates and is commonly grown in containers, garden beds, or indoor pots with bright light. In cooler regions it is often cultivated indoors or as a seasonal outdoor plant. It prefers well-drained soil, moderate watering, and warm growing conditions for steady development.
Features
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Upright ornamental plant with large blooms
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Suitable for containers, beds, and indoor pots
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Adaptable to warm climates and bright light conditions
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Bulb-forming perennial in frost-free regions
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Suitable for seasonal indoor cultivation
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Hippeastrum hybridum
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Common Name (US): Amaryllis
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Seed Type / Variety: Purple
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Growth Habit: Upright bulb-forming plant
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USDA Zones: 8 to 11
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Planting Season: Spring
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Growing Season: Spring to summer
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Sowing Season: February to April indoors
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Germination Time And Conditions: 2 to 8 weeks in warm moist soil
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to bright indirect light
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Soil Requirements: Well drained fertile soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate watering, avoid waterlogging
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Mature Plant Size: 45 to 60 cm height, 20 to 30 cm spread
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Plant Spacing: 20 to 30 cm apart