Hippeastrum ‘Ballerina’ Bulb | Double Salmon Amaryllis - Hippeastrum x hybridum

Bring warm colour and beautiful flower form to your garden with Hippeastrum ‘Ballerina’, a striking double-flowering Hippeastrum known for its full salmon-coloured blooms and strong upright stems.

Its layered petals create a rich, rounded flower that stands out beautifully in pots, garden beds and fresh arrangements. Growing to approximately 40cm tall, ‘Ballerina’ provides plenty of impact without becoming too tall or difficult to manage.

Also commonly known as Amaryllis, Hippeastrums are long-lived flowering bulbs that can remain undisturbed in the garden for many years when planted in a suitable position with good drainage.

Each bulb is supplied dormant and ready for seasonal planting.

Features

• Beautiful Hippeastrum ‘Ballerina’
• Full double flowers
• Warm true-salmon flower colour
• Strong upright flower stems
• Height approximately 40cm
• Suitable for pots and garden beds
• Excellent cut flower
• Long-lived flowering bulb
• Suitable across Australia with appropriate care
• No refrigeration required
• Supplied as a dormant, flowering-size bulb

Planting & Care

Plant Hippeastrum ‘Ballerina’ in a position with full sun to part shade.

In warmer climates, light afternoon shade can help protect the foliage and flowers from intense heat. In cooler regions, choose a sunny, sheltered position protected from heavy frost.

Use fertile, free-draining soil. Hippeastrum bulbs do not tolerate prolonged waterlogging, so improve heavy soil before planting or choose a raised garden bed or container.

Position the bulb with the broad base and roots facing down. Leave the neck and upper section of the bulb sitting slightly above the soil surface.

Space bulbs approximately 10cm apart for a full display, or plant them further apart to give each bulb more room as it matures and produces offsets.

When growing in pots, use a quality free-draining potting mix and a container with clear drainage holes. Avoid placing gravel at the bottom of the pot, as this can reduce the available growing space and does not improve drainage.

Water after planting, then keep the soil lightly moist while the bulb is actively growing. Allow excess water to drain away and avoid keeping the bulb constantly wet.

Feed during active growth with a balanced bulb fertiliser. An annual application of composted organic matter or pelletised chicken manure can also help support healthy foliage, bulb development and future flowering.

Hippeastrums generally prefer to remain undisturbed. Established bulbs can stay in the same garden position for many years and may gradually multiply by producing offsets.

Planting Time

Plant from approximately July to October, depending on climate and seasonal conditions.

Dormant bulbs can be planted after arrival, provided the soil is free-draining and the position is suitable.

Flowering Time

Flowering time can vary depending on climate, planting time and seasonal conditions.

As a general guide:

• Tropical regions: October to November
• Subtropical regions: September to November
• Cool regions: December to January

Newly planted bulbs may flower at a slightly different time during their first season while becoming established.

Growing in Pots

Hippeastrum ‘Ballerina’ grows beautifully in pots and containers.

Choose a sturdy pot with drainage holes and enough room for the bulb’s root system. Keep the neck and upper section of the bulb above the potting mix.

Place the pot in a sunny or brightly lit position and water when the upper layer of potting mix begins to dry.

Avoid oversized pots that hold excessive moisture around the bulb.

Cut Flower Use

‘Ballerina’ is an excellent cut flower, with its double salmon blooms adding warm colour and fullness to arrangements.

Cut the flower stem when the first bloom is beginning to open and place it immediately into clean water.

Keep the arrangement away from direct sunlight and heat. Leave the foliage attached to the bulb, as the leaves help replenish it for the following flowering season.

Product Details

Botanical Name: Hippeastrum ‘Ballerina’
Common Name: Hippeastrum, Amaryllis
Product Type: Flowering bulb
Supplied As: Dormant flowering-size bulb
Flower Colour: Salmon
Flower Form: Full double blooms
Stem Height: Approximately 40cm
Cut Flower: Yes
Planting Time: July to October
Flowering Time: Spring to summer, depending on climate
Aspect: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Fertile, free-draining soil
Planting Depth: Leave the neck and upper section of the bulb exposed
Spacing: Approximately 10cm apart
Watering: Moderate during active growth; reduce during dormancy
Frost Tolerance: Protect from heavy frost
Climate: Tropical, subtropical, temperate and cool regions with suitable care
Uses: Pots, containers, borders, garden beds and cut flowers
Availability: Pre-order; expected around the end of July to August

Important Note

Hippeastrum bulb size and shape can vary naturally between cultivars.

Dormant bulbs may arrive with trimmed, dry or limited roots. This is normal and does not mean the bulb is unhealthy. Fresh roots and foliage will develop once the bulb is planted and begins active growth.

Pet Safety Note

Hippeastrum bulbs and other plant parts can be harmful if eaten by people or pets.

Keep bulbs away from children, cats, dogs and other animals. Wear gloves when handling if you have sensitive skin and wash your hands afterwards.

FAQ

What colour is Hippeastrum ‘Ballerina’?

‘Ballerina’ produces warm salmon-coloured flowers.

Are the flowers single or double?

This variety produces full double blooms with multiple layers of petals.

How tall does it grow?

The flower stems generally reach approximately 40cm tall.

Can I grow it in a pot?

Yes. Hippeastrum ‘Ballerina’ grows very well in pots and containers with good drainage.

Can it grow in the garden?

Yes. Plant it in a sunny to partly shaded position with fertile, free-draining soil.

How deeply should I plant the bulb?

Plant with the roots and broad base facing down, leaving the neck and upper section of the bulb above the soil surface.

How far apart should I plant the bulbs?

Space bulbs approximately 10cm apart for a dense display, or further apart if preferred.

When should I plant it?

Plant from approximately July to October, depending on climate and seasonal conditions.

When will it flower?

Flowering generally occurs from spring through summer, with timing varying by climate and planting date.

Does it need refrigeration?

No. Hippeastrum ‘Ballerina’ does not require refrigeration before planting.

Does it need to be lifted every year?

No. Hippeastrums generally prefer to remain undisturbed and can stay in the same position for many years where the climate and drainage are suitable.

How often should I water it?

Water regularly during active growth while allowing excess water to drain away. Reduce watering as the bulb approaches dormancy.

What fertiliser should I use?

Use a balanced bulb fertiliser during active growth. Composted organic matter or pelletised chicken manure can also be applied according to the product directions.

Is it suitable for cut flowers?

Yes. Its full double salmon flowers make a beautiful addition to fresh arrangements.

Will the bulb arrive with leaves?

Not necessarily. It is supplied dormant and may have little or no visible growth when dispatched.

What Can You Purchase From Oldboy’s Flowers’ Online Store?

We have a wide selection of Australian grown plants that we deliver as mature plants or mature bulbs. We also supply gardening tools, fertilisers, decorative garden lights, plant hangers and flower pots.

We love chatting with avid gardeners and sharing our knowledge with those with “not so green” fingers, so feel free to contact us.