Hippeastrum 'Estella'

Also Known As

Amaryllis 'Estella'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 6"-24"

planting zones

10a-12

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Hippeastrum 'Estella' plant details

Hippeastrum 'Estella' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall pink and white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and high - regular water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hippeastrum 'Estella'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in fall
Uses: container plant, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hippeastrum 'Estella'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: high - regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A unique pink with a white stripe. Bulbs are officially 24 cm, but look smaller to me. They will most likely produce 1 or 2 blooming stems.

By: Edens Blooms

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How to Grow Hippeastrum 'Estella'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- high - regular
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant