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Amaryllis care requirements
water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during active growth and flowering. Reduce watering gradually after flowering, then keep dry during the dormancy period (6–8 weeks) when the bulb rests.
soil
Use well-draining potting soil mixed with perlite or sand. Amaryllis bulbs must not sit in wet soil. Plant bulbs so the top third protrudes above the soil line.
light
Provide bright, indirect light once growth begins. After flowering, move to a very bright location (ideally sunny) to encourage foliage development and bulb strengthening for next season's bloom.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Amaryllis
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
help
Common causes in Amaryllis
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Amaryllis
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
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Preventing leaf spot in Amaryllis
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.