These are a wonderful new hybrid which is a cross between Amaryllis belladonna & Nerine bowdenii. They have the vigour of the Amaryllis and the hardiness of the Nerine bowdenii and are hardy to -10c. The flowers are mid-way between the parents - more trumpet like than nerine but smaller than amaryllis. They will thrive in a well-drained situation in either sun or semi-shade and they also grow well in pots.
Belladiva Series are bulbous perennials to 50cm tall, producing clusters of up to 10 trumpet-shaped blooms in white or shades of pink on strong, upright stems in autumn, followed by strap-shaped leaves
Growing Amarines
Cultivation
Plant in a moderately-fertile, well-drained soil, with the bulb tips just above the surface. Protect in colder areas with a deep, dry mulch over winter. Amarines can also be grown in containers, use a well drained compost and shelter pots in winter.
Propagation
Propagate by division after flowering
Suggested planting locations and garden types
Flower borders and beds Wall-side Borders Cut Flowers City & Courtyard Gardens Cottage & Informal Garden Mediterranean Climate Plants Coastal Gravel Garden Patio & Container Plants
Care for Amarines
- No pruning required
- Susceptible to slugs
- Generally disease free