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Haemanthus multiflorus
Category: Bulbs and tubers
16 Jul : 12:47
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In July, the middle of the bulb appears Rhyniophyta flowering, which has the top button of the petals. They ripen in August and both are fully ripe. Its individual bloom lasts 2-3 weeks, then place the colors appear bright red juicy fruit.
For belotsvetniya hemantus have to find sunny location, but be protected from direct sunlight. Planted in a wide but not very deep pot, which is made thick drainage layer. Hemanusat not tolerate standing water and quickly died.
Skadoksus Katarina is a beautiful plant, known by its old name hemantus Catarina. It has a large cluster composed of small flowers. Diameters up to 20 cm looks like a bright scarlet ball which is composed of small stars. Care of the flower are the same as in belotsvetniya hemantus.
Watering is no problem with tap water, but should not be prepoliva to avoid rotting the bulb. Blooms from July to August. Transplant through 2-3. It is the dust to add a little clay.
Should be considered a holy place, but away from direct sunlight. Proper summer temperature is around 20 degrees and in winter - okolo15.
Used leaves from cuttings. They are placed in a room and the place of slots can grow small plants, which in turn can be planted.
Fertilizing the plant only when sure it has stable roots.
Replanting: every 3-4 years because hemantusat suffered a bad break roots. It is very important to know that the bulb should be planted in the soil only a third of its height, as in nature.
Category: Bulbs and tubers
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