Forcing Amaryllis Blooms for Christmas in Florida

Amaryllis bulbs bloom on cue after a dry, cool, dark rest period.

Schedule

• Store in dark, cool (not freezing) basement—no water, no light.
• Early December: bring up, water regularly, place in warm sun.
• Bloom stalks emerge in ~2 weeks; flowers by Christmas.

They like being root-bound; repot rarely.