Lemon Star Hippeastrum Bulb | Amaryllis – Lemon-Green Blooms with Apple-Green Centre

Add fresh citrus colour to your home, patio or garden with Lemon Star Hippeastrum, a beautiful flowering bulb known for its soft lemon-green, cream-yellow to lime-white blooms and distinctive apple-green centre. With its fresh colouring and refined flower form, Lemon Star creates a bright 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 ‘Lemon Star’ is a Diamond Group variety, producing single blooms that are smaller and daintier than many large-flowering Hippeastrums, while still delivering a striking display.

The flowers can reach approximately 12–16cm across, depending on bulb size and growing conditions. Growing to around 50–70cm tall, Lemon Star is ideal for gardeners wanting a fresh, unusual colour that sits beautifully beside white, green, pink, red or striped Hippeastrums.

Supplied as a dormant bulb, Lemon Star 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

• Fresh Lemon Star Hippeastrum variety
• Commonly searched for as Amaryllis
• Diamond Group Hippeastrum
• Soft lemon-green, cream-yellow to lime-white blooms
• Distinctive apple-green centre
• Single flowering variety
• Smaller, daintier blooms than many giant Hippeastrums
• Bloom size approximately 12–16cm
• Height approximately 50–70cm
• Unscented variety
• Excellent for pots, patios and protected garden beds
• Suitable 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 Lemon Star 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. If 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. Avoid oversized pots that hold too much moisture around the bulb.

Water lightly after planting, then increase watering once active growth appears. 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, Lemon Star 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 10–12 weeks after planting
Typical season: Spring to early summer, depending on region and planting time

Product Details

Botanical Name: Hippeastrum Diamond Group ‘Lemon Star’
Common Name: Hippeastrum, Amaryllis
Variety: Lemon Star
Group: Diamond Group
Product Type: Flowering bulb
Supplied As: Dormant bulb
Flower Colour: Lemon-green, cream-yellow to lime-white with apple-green centre
Flower Form: Single flowering
Bloom Size: Approximately 12–16cm
Fragrance: No
Height: Approximately 50–70cm
Planting Season: July to October
Blooming Season: Spring to early summer
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, indoor displays, patios, protected garden beds, borders, 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. Bulbs and plant material may also cause skin or eye irritation, so handle with care.

FAQ

Is Lemon Star a Hippeastrum or an Amaryllis?

Lemon Star 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 Star Hippeastrum flowers?

Lemon Star produces soft lemon-green, cream-yellow to lime-white blooms with a distinctive apple-green centre.

Is Lemon Star a double Hippeastrum?

No. Lemon Star is a single-flowering Diamond Group Hippeastrum.

Are Lemon Star flowers smaller than other Hippeastrums?

Yes. Lemon Star produces smaller, daintier blooms than many large-flowering Hippeastrum varieties, usually around 12–16cm across.

How tall does Lemon Star Hippeastrum grow?

Lemon Star generally grows to approximately 50–70cm tall, depending on growing conditions.

Is Lemon Star fragrant?

No. Lemon Star is not known for fragrance and is mainly grown for its fresh citrus colouring and unusual flower form.

When should I plant Lemon Star Hippeastrum bulbs?

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

How long until Lemon Star flowers?

Flowering generally occurs around 10–12 weeks after planting, depending on temperature, bulb condition and growing environment.

Can Lemon Star Hippeastrum grow indoors?

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

Can Lemon Star grow in pots?

Yes. Lemon Star performs beautifully in pots and containers. Use a quality, free-draining potting mix and make sure the pot has good drainage holes.

Can Lemon Star 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 Lemon Star need full sun?

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

Is Lemon Star frost hardy?

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

Will Lemon Star flower again next year?

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

Is Lemon Star good for cut flowers?

Yes. Lemon Star’s fresh lemon-green blooms make it suitable for cut flower arrangements and bright indoor displays.

Is Lemon Star 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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