Hippeastrum 'Mont Blanc'

Also Known As

Hippeastrum 'Mount Blanc'
Mont Blanc Amaryllis

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 6"-9"

planting zones

8a-12

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Hippeastrum 'Mont Blanc' plant details

Hippeastrum 'Mont Blanc' is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In winter white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and high - regular water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hippeastrum 'Mont Blanc'

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in winter
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hippeastrum 'Mont Blanc'

USDA Zones: 8a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: high - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hippeastrum 'Mount Blanc' is an elegant amaryllis with pure white flowers with bright green throats. Grow in a sunny location (usually in a pot) outside in summer. Fertilize well. Allow autumn frosts to hit the foliage then bring inside, chop off the leaves and allow to dry out in the dark. Give light and water when a bud or new foliage appears. Will bloom indoors in January and February. This Jumbo Size bulb will have 2-3 flowering stems.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Huge white flowers. Stunning Bulbs are 22-24 cm. This size generally produces 1-2 blooming stems. Newly imported from the Netherlands with good roots.