



Description
Hippeastrum ‘Giant Amadeus’ offers a truly dramatic display with its large, fully double white blooms adorned with salmon-pink brushstroke accents and a fresh green throat. These luxurious trumpet-shaped flowers appear on sturdy stems and are ideal for indoor pots, patio displays, or striking container arrangements. Blooming from spring to early summer, this variety brings elegance and softness to any setting with minimal care required.
🌟 Key Features
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Botanical Name: Hippeastrum ‘Giant Amadeus’
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Colour: White with salmon-pink streaks and green throat
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Height: 45–60 cm
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Bloom Size: Up to 20 cm wide
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Blooming Time: Spring to early summer
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Fragrance: Unscented
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Sun Position: Full sun to part shade
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Soil Type: Free-draining, fertile soil or potting mix
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Watering: Moderate – allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
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Supplied As: Dormant bulb
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Frost Tolerance: Frost tender – protect or grow indoors
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Planting Time: Autumn to early winter
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Ideal Use: Indoor floral displays, patio pots, cut flowers
🎯 Why You’ll Love It
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Show-stopping, double blooms ideal for décor and gifting
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Easy-care variety suited for both beginners and experienced gardeners
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Performs beautifully in indoor settings or sheltered patios
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Returns year after year with correct dormancy care
❓ FAQs
Can I plant ‘Giant Amadeus’ outside?
Only in frost-free regions. Otherwise, grow indoors or in pots that can be moved.
Does it need refrigeration?
No, it follows a natural dormancy cycle and doesn’t require chilling.
Will it flower more than once a year?
Typically once per season, but the blooms are long-lasting and spectacular.
Is it fragrant?
No – perfect for indoor use or scent-sensitive areas.
What should I do after it flowers?
Allow foliage to grow and die back naturally. Store bulb dry and cool during dormancy.
Note: Image shown is for reference only. Supplied stock is a dormant bulb and may vary in appearance depending on seasonal conditions and stage of growth.
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.