Hippeastrum Red Lion

6 seeds

Hippeastrum ‘Red Lion’ (Amaryllis)

• Sowing Time: Best from October to February at 18–25°C.

• Seed Prep: Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 12 hours to speed germination.

• Soil: Use light, well-drained soil—peat + perlite or sandy loam mix.

• Sowing Depth: Place seeds on the surface and cover lightly with a thin soil layer.

• Light: Needs bright indirect light.

• Watering: Keep soil moist but not wet until germination.

• Germination: Usually in 2–4 weeks.

• Care: Transplant seedlings when they form small bulbs; protect from strong Gulf sun.

• Blooming: Seed-grown plants take 2–3 years to flower, producing large red blooms.