{"product_id":"hippeastrum-amadeus-candy","title":"Hippeastrum Amadeus Candy","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eRoyal double giant amaryllis (hippeastrum) 'Amadeus Candy' XL (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003eHippeastrum 'Amadeus Candy'\u003c\/i\u003e 38\/40)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGet ready to bring absolute botanical theater into your home,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e springtime romance, and one of the most spectacular wonders of the houseplant world – the stunning \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"155\"\u003eHippeastrum 'Amadeus Candy'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This masterpiece of nature is a real find for lovers of gigantic,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e regal, and delicate flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The greatest pride,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e attraction, and unique signature feature of this particular and exclusive variety is its breathtaking flowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e huge,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e double blooms (with several rows of petals) flourish on a strong flower stalk,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e their base color dazzling white,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while the petal edges and center are artistically colored and speckled with soft pink (cotton candy or strawberry candy) shades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e At the height of flowering, it looks like a luxurious,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e three-dimensional cloud of fairytale flowers or a giant peony!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e But \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"740\"\u003ethe main and most striking advantage of this particular offer is its size – 38\/40 cm (XL\/Jumbo category)!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Such a massive,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e heavy, and vigorous giant bulb is a rare find,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e guaranteeing at least 3 (sometimes even 4) stout flower stalks,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e creating such a massive and luxurious explosion of blooms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e that will take everyone's breath away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It is the most prestigious,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e stylish, and interactive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"1085\"\u003egift\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for romantics,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gardening enthusiasts, and anyone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e who wants to experience a spectacular show of nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCARE AND PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You can keep a newly planted bulb in moderate light at first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e However,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as soon as the first green shoot (flower stalk or leaf) appears,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ALWAYS move it to the brightest and sunniest (south-,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e east- or west-facing) windowsill!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Abundant light is especially critical for this giant bulb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e so that the flower stalks grow straight,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e strong and able to support the weight of the extremely heavy double flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e At first - hardly at all!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003eAs soon as you plant the bulb, water the soil just once and forget about watering until a clearly visible green shoot, about 5 cm long, appears!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If you water the bulb before sprouting begins,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it will simply rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e When the plant is actively growing,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e water it regularly,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e keeping the soil slightly moist,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e but drain excess water from the saucer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pour water around the edge of the pot,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ALWAYS avoiding pouring it directly onto the bulb!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌡️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eTemperature\/Humidity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e To wake the bulb and encourage sprouting,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pleasant room warmth is needed (+21°C to +24°C).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e However,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e once the enormous flowers open,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e you can significantly extend their blooming time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by placing the plant in a slightly cooler spot (+18°C).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It absolutely does not require misting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐾 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eKeep away from pets and children:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Amaryllis bulbs,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e leaves and flowers are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003ehighly toxic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e They contain lycorine and other alkaloids,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if chewed,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e cause severe vomiting,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tremors and serious digestive upset in dogs and cats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏠 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eMOST SUITABLE ROOM:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBright windowsills in living rooms, dining table centerpieces (during bloom), and bedrooms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where this cloud of white and pink flowers will serve as an absolute festive centerpiece and focal point of the room.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRomantic, classic, \"cottagecore\" or light Scandinavian interiors\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where soft pastel shades and grand natural forms bring an exceptionally strong sense of warmth and spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSize\/Condition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 38\/40 cm in circumference!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e XL\/Jumbo-size bulb in dormancy (supplied without a pot or soil,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ready for planting).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Expected flower stalk height during bloom: 45–60 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚠️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eA note and a dose of reality about XL hippeastrums:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plants are living organisms,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when growing a bulb of this caliber,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e you must strictly follow two golden rules!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e First:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"163\"\u003ethe bulb MUST NOT be completely buried in the soil! After planting, approximately 1\/3 (up to half) of the bulb's top must be left above soil level.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Second:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e since this bulb will produce massive and extremely heavy double flowers,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"390\"\u003eyou MUST plant it in a heavy, stable ceramic or clay pot!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In a lightweight plastic pot,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when the flowers open during bloom,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the plant is guaranteed to topple over under its own weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Once the spectacular flowering show is over, don't throw the bulb away - cut off the spent stalks,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e continue watering generously throughout spring and summer,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e fertilize it and grow the plant's green leaves,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e through which the bulb will store energy,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e so it can bloom again next year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"www.augi-plants.lv","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55794073600329,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/0252\/1918\/files\/IMG_4376.jpg?v=1793363524","url":"https:\/\/www.augi-plants.fi\/en\/products\/hippeastrum-amadeus-candy","provider":"www.augi-plants.lv","version":"1.0","type":"link"}