Hippeastrum 'Ackermanii'

Also Known As

Ackerman's Hardy Amaryllis

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 12"-20"
W: 12"-15"

planting zones

7a-10b

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Hippeastrum 'Ackermanii' plant details

Hippeastrum 'Ackermanii' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun 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 'Ackermanii'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 12 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hippeastrum 'Ackermanii'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hippeastrum 'Ackermanii is commonly known as the Cold Hardy Amaryllis. Hippeastrum x 'Ackermanii' is one of the earliest Hippeastrum hybrids. I have over wintered mine for 9 years in my zone 6 garden just by just throwing some leaves over top of it in the fall. In the spring we are treated to large beautiful dark red flowers around 4 to 8 inches across. The foliage is long strap like foliage which looks great in the cold hardy jungle. Foliage: Strap like foliage 1 to 2 feet tall Flowers: Huge dark red flowers in the spring and sometimes later in the season. Height: 1 to 3 feet tall