When should I plant an amaryllis bulb in order to have it in bloom at Christmas?

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When should I plant an amaryllis bulb in order to have it in bloom at Christmas?

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An amaryllis bulb usually blooms about 6 to 8 weeks after planting.  Plant the amaryllis bulb in early to mid-November for spectacular blooms at Christmas.  To increase your odds of having an amaryllis in bloom at Christmas, pot up one amaryllis bulb in early November and a second one several days later.   

Learn more in this article: All About Amaryllis

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