Hippeastrum 'Purple Rain'

Also Known As

Amaryllis 'Purple Rain'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 18"-22"
W: 12"

planting zones

8b-10b

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Hippeastrum 'Purple Rain' plant details

Hippeastrum 'Purple Rain' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring pink, purple 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 'Purple Rain'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hippeastrum 'Purple Rain'

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

Hippeastrum 'Purple Rain' has gorgeous white flowers with pink veins and red centres. 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.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

We'd love to say this amaryllis blooms in a deep, saturated purple . . .and that would be a fib. Instead, the flowers are soft pink to white with narrow stripes of deep pink with a hint of purple. Pronounced deep pink anthers stand out against the petal color. Purple Rain is on our "grow it!" list this season. Can't wait!