AMARYLLIS

SEASONALITY
➜ Winter (Nov-Feb)

DESIGN TYPE
➜ Focal Flower

VASE LIFE
➜ Moderate to Long–Lasting

BLOOM SIZE
➜ 4–8in

STEM LENGTH
➜ 50–90cm

➜ Amaryllis can remain dry-packed for up to 2–3 days, but earlier hydration gives unopened buds more time to develop before your event

➜ Give stems a fresh angled cut before placing them into deep, clean water

➜ Allow 3–4 hours of hydration before designing, remembering that the biggest transformation happens over the next day or two as additional blooms begin opening

➜ Condition stems in a tall bucket to help support the naturally top-heavy blooms as they continue developing

➜ Don't evaluate stem quality by the first flower alone—healthy buds will continue opening in succession, often changing the overall look of the stem dramatically

➜ Keep amaryllis cool while it's developing, using temperature to help manage bloom progression and event timing

➜ Remove fading blooms as newer flowers open to keep every stem looking fresh throughout its display life

➜ Support stems during transport and setup, especially once multiple blooms have opened and the flower head becomes heavier

➜ Plan your processing schedule around your event date—amaryllis rewards patience, but timing is everything

➜ Reserve stems with tighter buds for later events and use the fullest blooms where immediate impact is the goal

POSITIVES ➜
♡ Huge bloom size and visual impact
♡ Multiple blooms per stem
♡ Excellent focal flower
♡ Available in beautiful seasonal colors

NEGATIVES ➜
✗ Hollow stems require careful handling
✗ Premium varieties absolutely carry premium pricing
✗ Large blooms need adequate design space
✗ Has never once been accused of being subtle

Why did my amaryllis arrive with closed blooms?
➜ Completely normal—amaryllis is commonly shipped before flowers fully open to protect blooms during transport

How many blooms does an amaryllis stem produce?
➜ Most stems produce multiple blooms that open sequentially over time

Should I wait for every bloom to open before designing?
➜ No—design with a combination of open flowers and developing buds so the arrangement continues becoming more beautiful over the following days

Why are the stems splitting at the base?
➜ That's completely normal—amaryllis has naturally hollow stems that may split as they mature without affecting the flowers themselves

Can I use individual blooms instead of the entire stem?
➜ Absolutely—many florists separate the blooms for floating arrangements, personal flowers, and smaller designs where a full stem would feel oversized

Does amaryllis have fragrance?
➜ Most varieties have little to no noticeable scent

How far in advance should I purchase amaryllis for an event?
➜ That depends on how open you'd like the blooms to be, but giving yourself several days before the event provides the greatest flexibility as the flowers continue developing

☆ Creates instant focal points and coverage with minimal product
☆ Equally at home in modern and traditional designs
☆ Excellent for winter events and holiday work
☆ Makes centerpieces look significantly more expensive

☆ Roses
☆ Orchids
☆ Hydrangea
☆ Pine
☆ Magnolia
☆ Italian Ruscus
☆ Privet Berry

☆ Most amaryllis available in commercial floristry belongs to the genus Hippeastrum, though "amaryllis" remains the accepted common name throughout the floral industry

☆ A single stem commonly produces two to six blooms, creating remarkable visual impact while continuing to evolve throughout its vase life

☆ Professional designers often think of amaryllis in terms of bloom progression, using different stages of opening to perfectly time weddings, holiday installations, and special events