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    Hippeastrum (Spider Group) 'Rio Negro'

    Also Known As

    • Amaryllis cybister 'Rio Negro'®
    • Rio Negro® Amaryllis

    Plant type

    bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 15"-20"
    • W: 5"-20"

    planting zones

    • 9a-10b

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    Hippeastrum (Spider Group) 'Rio Negro' plant details

    Hippeastrum (Spider Group) 'Rio Negro' is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall pink flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade and regular - occasional 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 (Spider Group) 'Rio Negro'

    Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: amaryllidaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 5 IN - 20 IN - wide, 15 IN - 20 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink blooms in fall

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Hippeastrum (Spider Group) 'Rio Negro'

    USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
    Sun exposure: bright shade
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The graceful and whispy Cybister Amaryllis were developed from species found in Bolivia and other South American countries. These truly unique flowers are only newly available. Buy at these great prices while you still can! Large 20-24 cm bulbs can produce 1-3 flowering stems.

    By: Edens Blooms

    Gardening facts about Hippeastrum (Spider Group) 'Rio Negro' plant

    How to Grow Hippeastrum (Spider Group) 'Rio Negro'

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Water Needs

      • dry when dormant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Flower Season

      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Zones

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