2. Use well-draining soil Amaryllis bulbs should be planted in a well-draining soil mix, similar to when caring for most houseplants. Autumn Hilliard-Knapp, a plant expert from Perfect Plants ...

Plant the amaryllis in a pot so that the top third of the bulb sticks up above the potting mix. Water well and place it in a brightly lit spot. The bulb should begin to grow roots that will ...

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It does require patience, as it can take several months, including a period of dormancy, before the bulb has enough energy to produce another flower. As the flowers on your amaryllis begin to fade ...