Planting Your Amaryllis Bulb:

Amaryllis bulbs become active when temperatures rise. If your unsprouted bulb begins sprouting, plant it right away in well-draining potting soil.

Storage Before Planting

• If planting needs to be delayed, store bulbs in a cool place between 5°C to 10°C (40°F to 50°F), such as a refrigerator’s vegetable drawer, but not alongside food.
• Store loose bulbs in a paper bag with ventilation holes, to allow airflow.

Preparing the Pot and Soil:

Pot Selection

• Choose a pot that’s 2.5 – 5cm (1-2″)  wider than the bulb with a depth of at least 10cm (4”).
• The pot must have drainage holes to prevent root rot.

Soil Choice

• Use well-draining potting soil with a pH 6.0 to 6.8 avoiding no tree bark or fresh manure.
• Ensure the soil mix provides a good balance between moisture retention and drainage.

Planting Your Bulb:

  Partially fill the pot with soil, leaving room for the bulb and its roots.

• Create a hole in the center for the bulb, ensuring the roots can hang freely.
• Place the bulb in the hole, with its top third, including the neck, exposed above the soil.
• Fill in around the bulb with more soil, gently pressing down to eliminate air pockets.
• Ensure the soil is firm but not compact, allowing water to penetrate.
• Water the bulb once it’s planted, then wait 10 days until the next watering.