View Full Version : Picotee has flowered at last!
calismum
25-02-2009, 09:01 PM
Isn't is lovely?
But - for all you amaryllis folks - is it usually so short stemmed?
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And - a new flower stalk ready in a week or so I reckon.
Elaine
25-02-2009, 10:36 PM
That is so pretty:D
That's a stunning amaryllis CM, almost like a satin white with the most delicate tinge of pink on the outer edge.
I must admit it does look an unusually short stem ........the other bud on there looks as if it will be taller though...
calismum
25-02-2009, 11:07 PM
That's a stunning amaryllis CM, almost like a satin white with the most delicate tinge of pink on the outer edge.
I must admit it does look an unusually short stem ........the other bud on there looks as if it will be taller though...
It was this type that got me hooked when DM posted a pic of it. I could happily have loads of these.
Just think - 8 weeks ago I'd thought they were problem plants that were not worth trying.
angieh
25-02-2009, 11:08 PM
That is stunning CM - what a lovely flower. Keep that out of the way of Kinsi!!!
calismum
25-02-2009, 11:10 PM
That is stunning CM - what a lovely flower. Keep that out of the way of Kinsi!!!
Oh - don't remind me - I'm hoping once she goes out more regularly she'll be a little less destructive. Hopefully use up her energy a bit more. The little dear:roll:
It was this type that got me hooked when DM posted a pic of it. I could happily have loads of these.
Just think - 8 weeks ago I'd thought they were problem plants that were not worth trying.
They are a photographer's delight I would think! :D
So............ do you think we will see amaryllis pics from you again next winter? ;):lol:
calismum
25-02-2009, 11:14 PM
They are a photographer's delight I would think! :D
So............ do you think we will see amaryllis pics from you again next winter? ;):lol:
For sure.
What is best way to deal with them after they've flowered? I've got the other two still in the pots, have folded over the leaves. Just not sure whether to keep damp or let dry out or what? Any hints?
For sure.
What is best way to deal with them after they've flowered? I've got the other two still in the pots, have folded over the leaves. Just not sure whether to keep damp or let dry out or what? Any hints?
TBH this is the first year I've grown them too........... I think we both need some guidance from Eileen and Moli about this...;)
calismum
25-02-2009, 11:21 PM
TBH this is the first year I've grown them too........... I think we both need some guidance from Eileen and Moli about this...;)
Yes, that would be good - any hints and tips you two ladies can give would be appreciated.:D
Think Eileen is the expert CM, I lost mine when I was away, My son forgot to water it..
dandysmom
25-02-2009, 11:56 PM
Just beautiful, Picotee is one of my favorites. The stalk does seem a bit short, but it does vary from plant to plant. Will take a pic of my last two in bloom so you can see the stalk height.
Keep them watered, cut off the bloom stalk after it's finished, and keep them in a sunny window until it's warm enough for them to go outside in their pots. Not full sun, not full shade, They like being pot-bound, some of mine are in the original pots they came on 5 - 6 years ago. It probably wouldn't hurt to give them some MiracleGro in the Summer, although truthfully I usually don't. Of course, water them outside if rainfall is lacking.
The books say to let them go dormant when you bring them in in Autumn. No watering. I never have, just keep them watered. Works for me. Not all of them will necessarily rebloom again. Some do, some don't.
I'm so pleased you're enjoying yours!
Moli, what a shame about yours!
Just beautiful, Picotee is one of my favorites. The stalk does seem a bit short, but it does vary from plant to plant. Will take a pic of my last two in bloom so you can see the stalk height.
Keep them watered, cut off the bloom stalk after it's finished, and keep them in a sunny window until it's warm enough for them to go outside in their pots. Not full sun, not full shade, They like being pot-bound, some of mine are in the original pots they came on 5 - 6 years ago. It probably wouldn't hurt to give them some MiracleGro in the Summer, although truthfully I usually don't. Of course, water them outside if rainfall is lacking.
The books say to let them go dormant when you bring them in in Autumn. No watering. I never have, just keep them watered. Works for me. Not all of them will necessarily rebloom again. Some do, some don't.
I'm so pleased you're enjoying yours!
Moli, what a shame about yours!
Thanks Eileen, will keep that post for when I get a new one...;)
Thanks for the info Eileen, I wasn't sure what to do with them after flowering either......:D
calismum
26-02-2009, 12:13 AM
Just beautiful, Picotee is one of my favorites. The stalk does seem a bit short, but it does vary from plant to plant. Will take a pic of my last two in bloom so you can see the stalk height.
Keep them watered, cut off the bloom stalk after it's finished, and keep them in a sunny window until it's warm enough for them to go outside in their pots. Not full sun, not full shade, They like being pot-bound, some of mine are in the original pots they came on 5 - 6 years ago. It probably wouldn't hurt to give them some MiracleGro in the Summer, although truthfully I usually don't. Of course, water them outside if rainfall is lacking.
The books say to let them go dormant when you bring them in in Autumn. No watering. I never have, just keep them watered. Works for me. Not all of them will necessarily rebloom again. Some do, some don't.
I'm so pleased you're enjoying yours!
Moli, what a shame about yours!
Thanks DM - Can I ask another question. All 3 that I bought were in pots with no holes. I find this a bit strange as I worry about waterlogging. Do you keep yours in pots like that or pots with holes?
Leesy
26-02-2009, 01:05 AM
Stunning flowers CM, they are gorgeous and are certainly worth the wait.;)
dandysmom
26-02-2009, 03:29 AM
CM. they should have drainage. Repot them in pots with holes, otherwise even if you're careful about watering they may get waterlogged and die of root rot/insufficient oxygen. Can't imagine why they came in pots with no holes! Maybe they assumed that they were a one-off thing and that you'd discard them after blooming. Like poinsettias. Many people don''t realize that they can carry them over.
Here's a pic of my last two that are blooming; different stalk heights.
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http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d117/dandysmom/Amaryllis/DSCN0570.jpg
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