Belladonna Lily

Belladonna lily, Naked lily, Magic lily, Resurrection lily- all these are the name of Amaryllis. A lot of gardeners tend to prefer growing these attractive plants.  The flowers are perfect for cutting that may last for about a week or even more in floral arrangements.  Belladonna lily thieves in dry, hot climate. For proper outdoor growing one should know the following information.

 *Naked lily should be planted in the place where it can get the full day sun and the soil drains enough. As the matter of fact waterlogged soil makes only harm to the plant. 

*The bulbs of Amaryllis are usually planted below the soil surface and 12" apart from each other.

*Once the bulbs are planted they should be watered enough. It will blossom in the middle to late summer. This time you can cut as it will not be harmful for the plant itself.

*After flowering season there will take place the developments of foliage; the leaves will get sunlight and supply with nourishment till the next season. It is necessary to water the plants, however not too often.