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Hippeastrum 'Red Lion'
Also Known As
- Red Lion Amaryllis
Plant type
bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 6"-9"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Hippeastrum 'Red Lion' plant details
Hippeastrum 'Red Lion' is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In winter red 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 'Red Lion'
- Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: amaryllidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in winter
- Uses: houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hippeastrum 'Red Lion'
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: high - regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Edens Blooms
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How to Grow Hippeastrum 'Red Lion'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- high - regular
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Flower Season
- winter
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- glossy
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Scientific Name: Hippeastrum 'Sunshine Superstar'
Plant Type
Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8b-12
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 1'-2'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- regular
- dry when dormant
aka Hippeastrum advenum, Oxblood Lily
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 10"-15"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
aka Naughty Lady Amaryllis
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7b-12
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
aka Hippeastrum striatifolium v. reticulata, Succulent Amaryllis
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 10"-15"
Width: 6"-18"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
aka Amaryllis x johnsonii, Hardy Amaryllis, St. Joseph's Lily
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
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