Amaryllis

One of winter season’s most elegant flowers, African amaryllis happens to be the easiest as well. Amaryllises can be forced in water only, or planted in potting soil for a stunningly fast and classy decoration or gift.

Don’t limit your enjoyment of amaryllises to the holidays. They’re the perfect plant to chase away winter blues. And after the holidays, who doesn’t need a little horticultural therapy? The speed with which these giant bulbs put forth stems and buds (and a few leaves) is amazing. Instant gratification. And the dramatic flowers are huge. And long lasting.