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    Hippeastrum (Double Galaxy Group) 'Aphrodite'

    Also Known As

    • Amaryllis 'Aphrodite'

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 18"-20"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 9b-12

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    Hippeastrum (Double Galaxy Group) 'Aphrodite' plant details

    Hippeastrum (Double Galaxy Group) 'Aphrodite' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall pink and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with bright shade and regular - occasional water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Hippeastrum (Double Galaxy Group) 'Aphrodite'

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: amaryllidaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 18 IN - 20 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink and white blooms in fall
    Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, showy

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Hippeastrum (Double Galaxy Group) 'Aphrodite'

    USDA Zones: 9b - 12
    Sun exposure: bright shade
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    We've grown this amaryllis year in and year out for it's fully double form and red accents. Typically grows not too tall and fills out a pot nicely. An excellent statement amaryllis when planted in trios.

    By: Leafari

    A lovely two toned double. Bulbs are 22-24 cm. This size generally produces 1-2 blooming stems.

    By: Edens Blooms

    Gardening facts about Hippeastrum (Double Galaxy Group) 'Aphrodite' plant

    How to Grow Hippeastrum (Double Galaxy Group) 'Aphrodite'

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Water Needs

      • dry when dormant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • pink

    • Flower Season

      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • grassy

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