Blooms again ~ the high note on an otherwise, dreary, snow-flurrying Saturday.
Last summer I separated four bulblets from her too! None of those have developed buds yet (unlike Charismas did) so I'm guessing it will be another year before they bloom.
That's okay ~ I think I have my share of Amaryllis!
This morning I thought it would be fun to line up all the currently blooming bulbs on the fireplace hearth and take a "group photo:"
l to r: 'Siren,' 'Susan,' 'Charisma,' 'Exotica' and a snippet of 'Red Pearl'
Easiest multiple subject shot ever! I loved seeing them grouped together too ~ normally they are scattered throughout my home. If only I weren't using the fireplace nightly, I would leave them here.
No chance of turning off the fireplace tho ~ we're supposed to have more snow and arctic air over the next four days. ugh. I guess it's back to your original positions bulbs!
Although, when several bulbs are in bloom at the same time, like I have right now, it's the perfect opportunity to try cross-pollinating, something I've always wanted to do. I think I read it takes four years to produce flowers from an Amaryllis seed? That would take a lot of patience but the reward of creating your own unique variety would be very fulfilling. I wonder which (if any) would be fun/interesting to co-mingle?? Hmmmm...
You have some pretty amaryllis there and one that is prolific. Good luck raising them.
Posted by: Donna | February 05, 2011 at 07:39 PM
I think cross pollinating would be fun. Keep us posted!
Posted by: Janet | February 06, 2011 at 05:58 AM
You do have your share of these lovely flowers! How wonderful to look at them in your home when it's so dreary outside.
Posted by: Kala | February 06, 2011 at 11:33 PM
I love the group shot ~ Beautiful!
The cross-pollination sounds like a good idea. How can you go wrong with such lovely flowers? Four years does sound like a long time, but the wait'll be worth it.
Posted by: Sweetbay | February 07, 2011 at 08:33 AM
You obviously have plenty of patience, Kathleen, to be able to grow such amazing Amaryllis varieties! Love the group shot! Beth
Posted by: PlantPostings | February 07, 2011 at 08:55 PM
Kathleen, Hugs to you~I know you get tired of the snow and forced indoor life! But, you do make the best of it and look at those beauties! Can't wait to see what visual treats you have in store for us for Valentine's day! xxgail
Posted by: Gail | February 08, 2011 at 07:07 AM
gorgeous! and i love your 'group shot' :)
Posted by: bekkah | February 13, 2011 at 11:46 AM