Hippeastrum 'Tango'

Also Known As

Amaryllis cybister 'Tango'®

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

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

planting zones

10a-12

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Hippeastrum 'Tango' plant details

Hippeastrum 'Tango' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall green and red 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 'Tango'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hippeastrum 'Tango'

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

The graceful and wispy Cybister Amaryllis were developed from species found in Bolivia and other South American countries. These truly unique flowers are only newly available. These bulbs were origionally 20-24 cm, but have been growing in our greenhouse for some time. This size can produce 1-3 flowering stems. Limited stock.

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How to Grow Hippeastrum 'Tango'

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