Giant Dutch Amaryllis Bulb – Magic Touch – 32/34cm Bulb – One Bulb – Indoor/Outdoor

Overview

Unleash the spectacular beauty of the giant amaryllis bulb ‘Magic Touch’, a truly captivating addition to any home or garden. This premium 32/34cm bulb promises an extraordinary floral display, making it a standout choice for enthusiasts and beginners alike. Unlike many other varieties, the ‘Magic Touch’ amaryllis is renowned for its large, deep red flowers, exquisitely detailed with dark burgundy veins, a distinctive greenish-white starburst center, and beautifully ruffled margins complemented by crisp white petal edges. Each robust bulb is engineered to produce two impressive 20-24 inch stems, with each stem proudly bearing 4 or 5 enormous, long-lasting flowers that can exceed 8 inches in diameter. Perfect for bringing vibrant color and a touch of elegance to your indoor spaces, this amaryllis transforms any room into a botanical haven from the holiday season well into spring. Experience the thrill of watching these magnificent blooms unfurl, creating a truly magical atmosphere.

The ‘Magic Touch’ is an exceptional variety of Dutch Amaryllis, scientifically known as Hippeastrum, celebrated for its dramatic appearance and ease of cultivation. Growing this giant amaryllis bulb is not only simple but incredibly rewarding, offering a continuous show of spectacular flowers. Whether you’re looking to brighten your own home or searching for a unique and thoughtful gift, the ‘Magic Touch’ amaryllis delivers unparalleled beauty and enduring charm. Its striking coloration and grand scale make it a focal point in any setting, providing weeks of enjoyment with minimal effort. Prepare to be enchanted by the sheer size and intricate details of these extraordinary blooms.

Key Benefits

The ‘Magic Touch’ giant amaryllis bulb offers a multitude of benefits, making it an excellent choice for both experienced gardeners and those new to growing flowering bulbs. Its impressive characteristics contribute to its popularity and appeal:

• Spectacular Floral Display: Produces truly enormous, deep red flowers with unique white edges and intricate burgundy veins, creating a stunning visual impact that commands attention. Each bloom can reach over 8 inches in diameter.
• Easy to Grow Indoors: Known for being exceptionally easy and thrilling to grow, making it perfect for indoor cultivation. It thrives with minimal care, rewarding you with magnificent flowers.
• Long-Lasting Blooms: The large flowers are not only beautiful but also long-lasting, ensuring an extended period of enjoyment throughout the winter and spring months.
• Multiple Stems and Flowers: Each 32/34cm bulb is designed to produce two sturdy 20-24 inch stems, with each stem bearing 4 or 5 individual flowers, maximizing your floral output from a single bulb.
• Ideal for Gifting: Makes a wonderful and memorable gift for loved ones, children, or those confined to home, offering the joy of watching a plant grow and bloom.
• Dramatic Home Decor: Transforms any indoor space with its vibrant colors and grand scale, serving as a natural centerpiece or a striking accent piece during the colder months.
• Reliable Performance: As a premium hybrid bulb, it offers consistent and reliable blooming performance year after year with proper care, providing enduring beauty.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your giant amaryllis bulb ‘Magic Touch’ is straightforward, ensuring a spectacular display. Upon arrival, plant your amaryllis bulb in a pot that is only slightly larger than the bulb itself, leaving about one-third of the bulb exposed above the soil line. Use a well-draining potting mix, ensuring good aeration and moisture retention. Place the potted bulb in a location that receives bright, indirect light. While it appreciates light, direct harsh sunlight can scorch the leaves and flowers. During the initial planting phase, water sparingly until growth emerges, then increase watering as the plant develops, keeping the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again.

The ideal temperature for growing amaryllis magic touch is around 65-75°F (18-24°C). Avoid exposing the plant to temperatures below 50°F (10°C), especially during the blooming period. These bulbs are typically grown as indoor plants in most regions, making USDA hardiness zones less relevant for active growth, though they can be moved outdoors in warmer zones (USDA zones 8-10) during summer. Fertilize your amaryllis every two to four weeks once the flower stalk appears, using a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength. After the blooms fade, cut the flower stalk back to about an inch above the bulb, but allow the foliage to continue growing. This helps the bulb store energy for next year’s blooms. Continue to water and fertilize the plant throughout the summer. In late fall, you can induce dormancy by stopping watering and allowing the foliage to die back, then store the bulb in a cool, dark place for 8-10 weeks before restarting the cycle. This dormancy period is crucial for ensuring robust blooms in subsequent years and for promoting dutch amaryllis care.

Size & Details

The ‘Magic Touch’ giant amaryllis bulb is truly impressive, measuring 32/34cm in circumference, indicating a substantial size that promises vigorous growth and abundant blooms. Each bulb is a single unit, ready to be planted. When fully grown, the plant will produce two sturdy flower stems, each reaching an approximate height of 20-24 inches (50-60 cm). These stems will proudly bear 4 or 5 enormous, long-lasting flowers, with individual blooms often exceeding 8 inches (20 cm) in diameter. The overall spread of the foliage can be up to 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) once established. This product includes one 32/34cm amaryllis bulb, shipped dormant and ready for planting. Expect to see initial growth within 2-4 weeks after planting, with blooms typically appearing 6-10 weeks later, depending on environmental conditions and care. The large size of these bulbs ensures a dramatic and impactful display, making it a favorite for those seeking large amaryllis flowers.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this giant amaryllis bulb get? A: This is a large 32/34cm bulb, which will produce flower stalks approximately 20-24 inches tall. Each stem will bear 4-5 flowers, with individual blooms often exceeding 8 inches in diameter.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: While it can be moved outdoors in warmer climates (USDA zones 8-10) during summer, the ‘Magic Touch’ amaryllis is primarily grown as an indoor plant, especially during its blooming period in winter and spring. It thrives in a bright, indirect light environment indoors.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: The amaryllis bulb prefers bright, indirect light indoors. Avoid direct, intense sunlight which can scorch the leaves and flowers. A window with eastern or western exposure is often ideal.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, the ‘Magic Touch’ amaryllis is considered very easy to care for, making it suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners. Basic care involves proper watering, light, and occasional fertilization, ensuring beautiful amaryllis magic touch blooms.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your amaryllis bulb will arrive dormant and ready for planting. This is normal for bulbs and ensures they are in the best condition for successful growth once planted.
• Q: How long until it blooms? A: Typically, you can expect to see blooms 6-10 weeks after planting the dormant bulb, depending on the growing conditions and care provided.
• Q: What type of soil is best for indoor amaryllis plant? A: A well-draining potting mix is best. Ensure the pot has drainage holes to prevent waterlogging, which can cause bulb rot.
• Q: Can I get my amaryllis to bloom again next year? A: Yes, with proper care and a period of dormancy, your amaryllis can re-bloom for many years. After flowering, allow the foliage to grow, then induce dormancy in late fall.
• Q: Are these truly large amaryllis flowers? A: Absolutely! This 32/34cm bulb is a premium size, known for producing exceptionally large flowers, often over 8 inches across, on robust stems.
• Q: What is the best time to plant this amaryllis bulb? A: You can plant amaryllis bulbs from late fall through early spring for blooms during the winter and spring months. For holiday blooms, plant in late October or early November.