Amaryllis FIREBALL. \nAlthough commonly known as Amaryllis most of the bulbs offered for sale in autumn are really varieties of Hippeastrum. \nOriginating in the tropical mountain regions of Chile and Peru these amazing flowers are one of the easiest plants to bring into bloom. \nIn winter and early spring clusters of lily-like flowers are produced on thick stalks or stems over an extended period. \nThese large flowers and the ease with which they can be produced have led to Amaryllis being in demand all over the world. \nFlowering approximately 8-10 weeks after planting these fantastic plants are ideal for brightening up your home during the dark days of winter. \nThe large, bright red flowers of Amaryllis Fireball create a stir wherever they are grown. \nThe blooms which may measure up to 20cm have gently recurving petals and are carried on short, strong stems. \nFireball is known for its flowering ability and often produces 5 or more blooms on a stem with 2-3 stems per bulb. \nAmaryllis bulbs are long lived and if you follow a few easy steps they will bloom year after year. \nOur carefully prepared Amaryllis bulbs require nothing more than a warm temperature, good light and attention to watering to deliver a truly spectacular performance. \nAll images used are of mature plants in bloom and are for illustration purposes only. \nOur Amaryllis are supplied as HUGE bulbs (Size 42-44) often weighing a kilo or more and capable of producing a number of flower stems. They should not be confused with the smaller size offered elsewhere. \nView the OTHER AMARYLLIS BULBS we stock. \nPack 1 Bulb \nSize 42-44 \n BEGINS LATE SEPTEMBER \nU.K. \nBefore planting your new bulbs view this short by GARDEN ANSWER we found it extremely helpful. \nWe want you to be happy with your purchase and all our Amaryllis bulbs are checked and inspected visually before packing.   . Due to the nature of the goods we cannot accept any responsibility for their failure after planting as pests, disease, poor horticultural practice, extremes of weather and many other factors outside our control all take their toll. Amaryllis bulbs .  . . \nALL OUR BULBS ARE SOURCED FROM CULTIVATED STOCKS