Swan Lake Hippeastrum Bulb | Sonatini Amaryllis – White Blooms with Green Throat

Add clean, elegant colour to your garden or pot display with Swan Lake Hippeastrum, a beautiful Sonatini Hippeastrum variety known for its crisp white blooms and fresh green to chartreuse throat. With its refined colouring and compact growth habit, Swan Lake is a lovely choice for pots, garden beds, borders and cut flower displays.

Commonly searched for as Amaryllis, these flowering bulbs are botanically Hippeastrums. Sonatini Hippeastrums are generally more compact than many large-flowering Hippeastrum varieties, with naturally smaller bulbs and smaller to medium-sized blooms, while still producing an impressive seasonal display.

Swan Lake is perfect for gardeners wanting a softer, classic white flowering bulb with a fresh green centre. Its clean colour works beautifully on its own or paired with red, pink, burgundy, green or striped Hippeastrums for a mixed seasonal display.

Supplied as a dormant bulb, Swan Lake can be grown in pots or directly in the garden in suitable conditions. 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

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

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

Features

• Elegant Swan Lake Hippeastrum variety
• Sonatini type, commonly searched for as Amaryllis
• Crisp white blooms with a green to chartreuse throat
• Compact growth habit
• Smaller to medium-sized blooms compared with giant Hippeastrums
• Suitable for pots, garden beds and borders
• Beautiful for cut flower displays
• Fresh, classic colour for mixed plantings
• Supplied as a dormant bulb
• Can remain in the ground for multiple years in suitable climates

Planting & Care

Plant Swan Lake 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 full display, or further apart for a more open planting.

If growing in pots, use a quality, free-draining potting mix and ensure the pot has good drainage holes. Avoid overwatering, 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 mild temperatures while actively growing and should be protected from frost, especially in colder regions or when grown in pots.

Once established in suitable climates, Hippeastrum bulbs often prefer to remain undisturbed in the ground for several years. They do not require annual lifting unless they become overcrowded, are exposed to frost, or are 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 Sonatini
Common Name: Hippeastrum, Amaryllis
Variety: Swan Lake
Type: Sonatini Hippeastrum
Product Type: Flowering bulb
Supplied As: Dormant bulb
Flower Colour: White with green to chartreuse throat
Bloom Size: Smaller to medium-sized Sonatini blooms
Height: Approximately 30–45cm
Planting Season: July to October
Aspect: Full sun to partial shade
Planting Depth: Leave the neck slightly exposed
Spacing: Approximately 10cm apart
Growth Habit: Compact; suitable for garden beds or pots
End Use: Pots, garden beds, borders, cut flowers

FAQ

Is Swan Lake a Hippeastrum or an Amaryllis?

Swan Lake is a Sonatini 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 Swan Lake Hippeastrum flowers?

Swan Lake produces elegant white blooms with a fresh green to chartreuse throat.

Is Swan Lake a Sonatini Hippeastrum?

Yes. Swan Lake is a Sonatini type, meaning it is generally more compact and naturally produces smaller bulbs than many large-flowering Hippeastrum varieties.

Are Swan Lake bulbs smaller than other Hippeastrum bulbs?

Yes. Sonatini Hippeastrums naturally produce smaller bulbs. This is normal and does not mean the bulb is poor quality.

When should I plant Swan Lake Hippeastrum bulbs?

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

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.

Can Swan Lake Hippeastrum grow in pots?

Yes. Swan Lake is well suited to pots due to its compact Sonatini growth habit. Use a quality, free-draining potting mix and make sure the pot has good drainage.

Does Swan Lake need full sun?

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

When will Swan Lake flower?

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

Is Swan Lake good for cut flowers?

Yes. Swan Lake can be used as a cut flower, with elegant white blooms suitable for fresh arrangements.

Should I lift Hippeastrum bulbs every year?

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

Are Hippeastrums frost hardy?

They 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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