Photo of Hippeastrum 'Glee' flower by Leafari

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Hippeastrum 'Glee'

Also Known As

  • Amaryllis 'Glee'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 18"-22"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 8b-10b

Hippeastrum 'Glee' plant details

Hippeastrum 'Glee' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring red and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with bright shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hippeastrum 'Glee'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 18 IN - 22 IN - tall
Flowers: red and white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hippeastrum 'Glee'

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

If you love the look of Amaryllis Papillio, allow us to introduce Glee. This Israeli hybrid delivers a similar striking striped pattern and deep red coloring, while producing bigger flowers in fewer weeks.

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Hippeastrum 'Glee' plant

How to Grow Hippeastrum 'Glee'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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