About

Hippeastrum _ johnsonii, Johnson's amaryllis, is a clump-forming, bulbous perennial to 60 cm with semi-evergreen, strappy, intense-green leaves that can flush bronze in strong sunlight. Stout stems bear clusters of slightly fragrant, trumpet-shaped flowers with bright-scarlet petals with white streaks down the centre in spring. One of the oldest known hybrid amaryllis, in cultivation since 1799.

About the genus

Hippeastrum, the amaryllis, are deciduous bulbous perennials with slightly fleshy, strap-shaped leaves and stout, leafless stems bearing umbels of large, funnel-shaped flowers in shades of red, pink, orange, white or bicoloured. Widely grown as houseplants and conservatory bulbs, they flower mainly in winter or spring.

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.
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