{"product_id":"benfica-hippeastrum-bulb-deep-burgundy-red-amaryllis","title":"Benfica Hippeastrum Bulb | Deep Burgundy-Red Amaryllis","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHippeastrum ‘Benfica’ produces large, dramatic flowers in a rich burgundy to blood-red colour. The velvety petals develop an almost black sheen in certain light, creating one of the darkest and most distinctive red Hippeastrum displays.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts strong upright stems and substantial blooms make it ideal for feature pots, garden beds and cut-flower arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep burgundy to blood-red flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVelvety petals with an almost black sheen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge single-flowered form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlooms may reach approximately 19cm across\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong, upright flower stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstablished bulbs may produce several flowers per stem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for pots, gardens and cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied as one dry bulb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHippeastrum × hybridum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e ‘Benfica’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGroup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Galaxy Group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amaryllis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark burgundy-red to blood-red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, single flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate flower size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 19cm across\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–50cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–25cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring to summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting period:\u003c\/strong\u003e July to October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 25–30cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied as:\u003c\/strong\u003e One dry bulb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in rich, free-draining soil with the neck and upper third of the bulb above soil level. Select a sunny or lightly shaded position protected from strong winds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater around the base after planting and then moderately as growth develops. Avoid pouring water over the exposed bulb neck or allowing the soil to remain waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed during the leafy growth period to replenish the bulb. After flowering, remove the spent flower stem but leave the foliage until it naturally yellows and dies back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Benfica red or purple?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts flowers are best described as deep burgundy or blood-red, with purple undertones and an almost black sheen in certain light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a double Hippeastrum?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Benfica is a large-flowering single variety in the Galaxy Group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow large are the flowers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlooms may reach approximately 19cm across under suitable growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow tall does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlower stems generally reach approximately 40–50cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be grown in a pot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Use a sturdy container with excellent drainage and leave the upper third of the bulb exposed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the flowers be used for cutting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Its strong stems and dramatic colouring make it suitable for floral arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it flower again next year?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Keep the foliage growing after flowering so it can replenish the bulb for the following season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImage shown is an example picture only.\u003c\/strong\u003e Flower colour, size and form may vary slightly depending on lighting, growing conditions, seasonal conditions and natural variation. The image shows a mature flowering plant; this product is supplied as one dry bulb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHippeastrum bulbs may be harmful if eaten and can irritate skin and eyes. 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