Lemon Sorbet Hippeastrum Bulb | Sonatini Amaryllis – Creamy White Blooms with Pale Green Throat

Add soft elegance to your home, patio or garden with Lemon Sorbet Hippeastrum, a refined Sonatini variety known for its creamy white petals and pale green throat. With its compact growth habit, smaller perfectly formed blooms and fresh colouring, Lemon Sorbet creates a beautiful seasonal display in pots, garden beds and cut flower arrangements.

Commonly searched for as Amaryllis, these flowering bulbs are botanically Hippeastrums. Hippeastrum ‘Lemon Sorbet’ belongs to the Sonatini division, producing naturally smaller blooms and smaller bulbs than many large-flowering Hippeastrum varieties. This makes it especially suitable for pots, smaller garden spaces and compact seasonal displays.

Lemon Sorbet produces creamy white flowers with a pale green throat, with blooms reaching up to approximately 10cm wide on stems around 35cm tall. Its soft colour works beautifully on its own or planted alongside stronger reds, pinks, whites, greens and striped Hippeastrums.

Supplied as a dormant bulb, Lemon Sorbet 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.

Important Bulb Size Note

Lemon Sorbet is a Sonatini Hippeastrum and naturally produces smaller bulbs than many large-flowering Hippeastrum varieties.

Bulbs may be similar in size to a daffodil bulb, but this is normal for this variety. Bulbs supplied are selected as flowering-size bulbs with a viable root system.

Features

• Elegant Lemon Sorbet Hippeastrum variety
• Commonly searched for as Amaryllis
• Sonatini division variety
• Creamy white petals with a pale green throat
• Perfectly shaped smaller blooms
• Bloom size up to approximately 10cm wide
• Stem height approximately 35cm
• Naturally smaller bulb type
• Suitable for pots, garden beds and compact displays
• Excellent cut flower variety
• Unscented flowers
• Supplied as dormant bulbs
• Does not require refrigeration
• Can naturalise in suitable garden conditions

Planting & Care

Plant Lemon Sorbet 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, 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.

Space bulbs around 10cm apart for a fuller display, or further apart if you prefer a more open planting.

If growing in pots, use a high-quality, free-draining potting mix and ensure the pot has good drainage holes. Avoid overwatering, particularly in pots, as bulbs can rot if left sitting in wet potting mix.

Water after planting, then water regularly during the active growing period, especially once leaves and flower stems begin to develop. Reduce watering as the plant naturally moves towards dormancy.

Feed annually with pelletised chicken manure or a balanced bulb fertiliser to support strong flowering and healthy bulb growth. Keep the bulb well-fed and watered during active growth so it can store energy before winter dormancy.

Hippeastrums prefer temperatures around 15–25°C while actively growing. Protect bulbs from frost, especially in colder regions or when grown in pots.

Once established in suitable climates, Hippeastrum bulbs often prefer to remain undisturbed for several years. They do not need annual lifting unless they are overcrowded, exposed to frost, or growing in poorly drained soil.

Flowering Time

Flowering time can vary depending on climate and planting conditions.

Tropics: October to November
Subtropics: October to November
Cool Regions: December to January

Product Details

Botanical Name: Hippeastrum
Common Name: Hippeastrum, Amaryllis
Variety: Lemon Sorbet
Division: Sonatini
Product Type: Flowering bulb
Supplied As: Dormant bulb
Flower Colour: Creamy white with pale green throat
Flower Form: Smaller, perfectly shaped blooms
Bloom Size: Up to approximately 10cm wide
Fragrance: No
Cut Flower: Yes
Stem Height: Approximately 35cm
Planting Season: July to October
Aspect: Full sun to partial shade
Planting Depth: Leave the neck slightly exposed
Spacing: Approximately 10cm apart
Soil: Light, free-draining soil or quality potting mix
Watering: Moderate during active growth; reduce as dormancy approaches
Temperature: Ideal growing range around 15–25°C
Frost Tolerance: Protect from frost
Growing Zones: Suitable across many Australian regions
End Use: Pots, garden beds, compact displays, cut flowers

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. Bulbs and plant material may also cause skin or eye irritation, so handle with care.

FAQ

Is Lemon Sorbet a Hippeastrum or an Amaryllis?

Lemon Sorbet is a Hippeastrum, 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 Lemon Sorbet Hippeastrum flowers?

Lemon Sorbet produces creamy white flowers with a pale green throat.

Is Lemon Sorbet a Sonatini Hippeastrum?

Yes. Lemon Sorbet is a Sonatini type, meaning it naturally produces smaller blooms and smaller bulbs than many large-flowering Hippeastrum varieties.

Are Lemon Sorbet bulbs smaller than other Hippeastrum bulbs?

Yes. Lemon Sorbet naturally produces smaller bulbs, sometimes similar in size to a daffodil bulb. This is normal for the variety and does not mean the bulb is poor quality.

How large are the flowers?

The blooms can reach up to approximately 10cm wide, depending on bulb size and growing conditions.

How tall does Lemon Sorbet grow?

Lemon Sorbet produces flower stems around 35cm tall.

Is Lemon Sorbet fragrant?

No. Lemon Sorbet is not fragrant.

Is Lemon Sorbet good for cut flowers?

Yes. Lemon Sorbet can be used as a cut flower, especially for smaller arrangements and soft seasonal displays.

When should I plant Lemon Sorbet Hippeastrum bulbs?

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

When will Lemon Sorbet flower?

In tropical and subtropical areas, flowering is commonly around October to November. In cooler regions, flowering may occur around December to January.

Can Lemon Sorbet grow in pots?

Yes. Lemon Sorbet grows very well in pots. Use a quality, free-draining potting mix and make sure the pot has good drainage holes.

Can Lemon Sorbet 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 roots and fat end facing down, leaving the neck of the bulb slightly exposed above the soil.

Does Lemon Sorbet need full sun?

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

Does Lemon Sorbet need refrigeration?

No. Lemon Sorbet does not require refrigeration.

Should I lift Lemon Sorbet bulbs every year?

No. In suitable climates, Hippeastrums often prefer to remain undisturbed in the ground for several years. Lift only if required due to frost, overcrowding, drainage issues or relocation.

Is Lemon Sorbet frost hardy?

Lemon Sorbet should be protected from frost, especially in colder regions or when grown in pots.

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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