Hippeastrum 'Rilona'

Also Known As

Hippeastrum 'Rilana'
Rilana Amaryllis
Rilona Amaryllis

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 18"-36"
W: 9"-12"

planting zones

9a-11

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Hippeastrum 'Rilona' plant details

Hippeastrum 'Rilona' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In winter red and white flowers emerge. Features glossy and grassy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and even moisture - high 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 'Rilona'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 9 IN - 12 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: red and white blooms in winter
Uses: houseplant, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hippeastrum 'Rilona'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - high
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hippeastrum 'Rilona' is a gorgeous and unique amaryllis in shades of peach and apricot with a red throat. Grow in a sunny location (usually in a pot) outside in summer. Fertilize well. Allow autumn frosts to hit the foliage then bring inside, chop off the leaves and allow to dry out in the dark. Give light and water when a bud or new foliage appears. Will bloom indoors in January and February. This Jumbo Size bulb will have 2-3 flowering stems.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Propagated by a former employee, Flowers are huge and red. We've got a bunch of them and I can't bring myself to dump them so we might as well sell a few.