Double Dream Hippeastrum Bulb | Amaryllis – Double Pink Blooms with White Tips

Add soft colour and elegance to your home, patio or garden with Double Dream Hippeastrum, a beautiful double-flowering variety known for its lush rose-pink blooms with delicate white accents towards the petal tips. With its full layered form and soft romantic colouring, Double Dream creates a refined seasonal display in pots, indoor displays, protected garden beds and cut flower arrangements.

Commonly searched for as Amaryllis, these flowering bulbs are botanically Hippeastrums. Hippeastrum ‘Double Dream’ produces large double blooms with a full, rounded appearance, often compared to a water lily due to the layered petal formation.

The flowers can reach up to approximately 17cm across, depending on bulb size and growing conditions. Its soft pink tones make it easy to pair with white, burgundy, red, green or striped Hippeastrums for a mixed seasonal display.

Supplied as a dormant bulb, Double Dream can be grown in pots or garden beds with good drainage. Plant from July to October in full sun to partial shade, leaving the neck of the bulb slightly exposed above the soil surface.

Pre-Order Note

NOTE: This is a pre-order.

Stock is expected to be ready around the end of July, however this may push into August depending on seasonal conditions and supplier availability.

Image shown is an example picture only. Flower colour, size and form may vary slightly depending on growing conditions and seasonal availability.

If there are any supply issues, we will contact you regarding substitution options.

Any items you do not wish to have substituted will be refunded.

Features

• Premium Double Dream Hippeastrum variety
• Commonly searched for as Amaryllis
• Large double rose-pink blooms
• Delicate white accents towards the petal tips
• Full, layered flower form
• Water lily-like appearance
• Blooms up to approximately 17cm across
• Strong stems to support large flowers
• Suitable for pots, patios and protected garden beds
• Excellent for bright indoor displays
• Great for cut flower arrangements
• Supplied as a dormant bulb
• Can rebloom in future seasons with proper care

Planting & Care

Plant Double Dream Hippeastrum bulbs from July to October in a position with full sun to partial shade. In warmer climates, morning sun with afternoon shade can help protect the flowers and foliage from harsh heat.

Choose a light, free-draining soil. Before planting in the garden, loosen the soil to around 20cm deep and improve drainage if needed. Hippeastrums dislike sitting in wet, heavy soil, especially while dormant.

Plant with the fat end and roots facing down, leaving the neck of the bulb slightly exposed above the soil surface. Do not bury the bulb completely. In pots, the top third of the bulb may remain above the potting mix.

If growing in pots, use a quality free-draining potting mix and make sure the pot has good drainage holes. Choose a pot that supports the bulb and flower stem without holding excessive moisture around the roots.

Water lightly after planting, then increase watering once active growth begins. Allow the soil or potting mix to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering, especially while the bulb is dormant or just beginning to shoot.

Feed during active growth with a balanced bulb fertiliser or pelletised chicken manure to support strong stems, healthy foliage and future flowering.

Protect from frost, especially in colder regions or when growing in pots. In frost-prone areas, Double Dream is best grown in pots so it can be moved under cover when needed.

After flowering, remove the spent flower stem but leave the foliage to continue growing. The leaves help the bulb store energy for the next flowering cycle. Reduce watering as the plant naturally moves towards dormancy.

Flowering Time

Flowering time can vary depending on climate and growing conditions.

General flowering: Approximately 8–10 weeks after planting
Typical season: Spring to early summer, depending on region and planting time

Product Details

Botanical Name: Hippeastrum x hybridum
Common Name: Hippeastrum, Amaryllis
Variety: Double Dream
Product Type: Flowering bulb
Supplied As: Dormant bulb
Flower Colour: Rose pink with white accents
Flower Form: Double flowering, layered petals
Bloom Size: Up to approximately 17cm across
Fragrance: Not strongly scented
Planting Season: July to October
Aspect: Full sun to partial shade
Planting Depth: Leave the neck slightly exposed
Spacing: Approximately 10cm apart
Soil: Free-draining soil or quality potting mix
Watering: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
Frost Tolerance: Protect from frost
End Use: Pots, patios, indoor displays, protected garden beds, cut flowers, gifting

Pet Safety Note

Hippeastrum bulbs can be toxic if eaten by pets. Keep bulbs and plant material out of reach of cats, dogs and other animals.

FAQ

Is Double Dream a Hippeastrum or an Amaryllis?

Double Dream is a Hippeastrum x hybridum, but these bulbs are commonly searched for as Amaryllis. Both names are often used by gardeners, although Hippeastrum is the more accurate trade name.

What colour are Double Dream Hippeastrum flowers?

Double Dream produces soft rose-pink double blooms with delicate white accents towards the petal tips.

Is Double Dream a double Hippeastrum?

Yes. Double Dream is a double-flowering variety with layered petals and a full, rounded flower form.

How large are Double Dream flowers?

Blooms can reach up to approximately 17cm across, depending on bulb size and growing conditions.

When should I plant Double Dream Hippeastrum bulbs?

Plant from July to October, depending on your climate and growing conditions.

How long until Double Dream flowers?

Flowering generally occurs around 8–10 weeks after planting, depending on temperature, bulb condition and growing environment.

Can Double Dream Hippeastrum grow in pots?

Yes. Double Dream is excellent in pots. Use a free-draining potting mix and ensure the pot has good drainage holes.

Can I grow Double Dream indoors?

Yes. Double Dream can be grown indoors in a bright position, such as near a sunny window. Avoid dark rooms and avoid overwatering while indoors.

Can Double Dream grow outdoors?

Yes, in suitable warm or frost-protected areas. In cooler regions, grow in pots so the bulb can be moved under cover when needed.

How deep should I plant Hippeastrum bulbs?

Plant with the fat end and roots facing down, leaving the neck of the bulb slightly exposed above the soil. In pots, the top third of the bulb may remain above the potting mix.

Does Double Dream need full sun?

It grows well in full sun to partial shade. In warmer areas, partial shade or afternoon protection can be beneficial.

Is Double Dream frost hardy?

Double Dream should be protected from frost, especially in colder regions or when grown in pots.

Will Double Dream flower again next year?

Yes. With proper care, feeding and a suitable dormancy period, the bulb can rebloom in future seasons.

Is Double Dream good for cut flowers?

Yes. Double Dream’s soft pink double blooms make it suitable for cut flower arrangements and bright indoor displays.

Is Double Dream pet safe?

No. Hippeastrum bulbs can be toxic if ingested by pets, so keep them away from cats, dogs and other animals.

What are they supplied as?

They are supplied as dormant bulbs, ready for planting during the recommended season.

Is this a pre-order?

Yes. This item is a pre-order. Stock is expected around the end of July, but may push into August depending on seasonal conditions and supplier availability.

What happens if there is a supply issue?

If there are any supply issues, we will contact you regarding substitution options. Any items you do not wish to have substituted will be refunded.

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