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Hippeastrum 'Gervase'
Also Known As
- Amaryllis 'Gervase'
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 18"-22"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 8b-10b
Hippeastrum 'Gervase' plant details
Hippeastrum 'Gervase' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring pink and red 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 'Gervase'
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: amaryllidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 18 IN - 22 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink and red blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hippeastrum 'Gervase'
- 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
By: Leafari
Garden photo gallery of Hippeastrum 'Gervase'
By: Leafari
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By: Leafari
Used with permission, all rights reserved
By: Leafari
Used with permission, all rights reserved
Gardening facts about Hippeastrum 'Gervase' plant
How to Grow Hippeastrum 'Gervase'
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- regular
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Texture
- grassy
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Flower Color
- pink
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Color
- green
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Scientific Name: Hippeastrum 'Sunshine Superstar'
Plant Type
Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8b-12
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 1'-2'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- regular
- dry when dormant
aka Hippeastrum advenum, Oxblood Lily
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 10"-15"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
aka Naughty Lady Amaryllis
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7b-12
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
aka Hippeastrum striatifolium v. reticulata, Succulent Amaryllis
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 10"-15"
Width: 6"-18"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
aka Amaryllis x johnsonii, Hardy Amaryllis, St. Joseph's Lily
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
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