Q: I got an amaryllis bulb for Christmas and it is finally blooming. I feel kind of guilty growing it in the house because those huge red flowers look to me like they’re saying, “Hey, BEES ...

An amaryllis vase is a glass vessel that is designed to hold a single bulb above a reservoir of water so the roots stay hydrated, but the bulb doesn't get too wet. They can have tall sides to help ...

Perennial amaryllis bloom in late summer before busy fall garden season takes hold — transplanting, dividing or bringing plants indoors. $2 for 6 months SUBSCRIBE NOW Read Today's Paper Friday ...

When planting amaryllis in a container, the pot should be large enough to have about a 1-inch clearance between the pot rim and the bulb. Plant the bulb so that the upper one-fourth of the bulb is ...

This holiday, give a gift that keeps giving and requires no dusting — a beautiful amaryllis that is sure to generate smiles from family and friends as they watch the bulb transform into ...

Fun fact: Amaryllis bulbs can be induced to bloom indoors, making them a popular choice for holiday decorations. This time of year, prepackaged amaryllis bulbs are commonly found in stores.

I made an impulse purchase of an amaryllis bulb while out Christmas shopping and could use some tips on how to grow it. — Sharon Polinsky, Grayslake I have had great success growing amaryllis at ...

Of course, back in 1976 amaryllis bulbs were not available. You might find them offered by a seed catalog, but they were expensive, required shipping if the company would even ship to Alaska.

Amaryllis bulbs produce colorful blooms in red, pink and white, as well as striped white and red. They are also easy to grow, will spread out over time, and might still be in stores now.