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Hippeastrum Cherry Nymph
Scientific Name: Hippeastrum 'Chernym'
Also Known As
- Amaryllis 'Cherry Nymph'®
Plant type
bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 15"-20"
- W: 6"-20"
planting zones
- 9b-12
Hippeastrum Cherry Nymph plant details
Hippeastrum Cherry Nymph is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall red flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade and even moisture - 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 Cherry Nymph
- Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: amaryllidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 20 IN - wide, 15 IN - 20 IN - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in fall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hippeastrum Cherry Nymph
- USDA Zones: 9b - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Edens Blooms
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How to Grow Hippeastrum Cherry Nymph
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6"-12"
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Zones
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Size
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