Amaryllis 'Red Lion'

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Red Lion' has been the king of Christmas for decades! It's one of the most popular and trusted Amaryllis varieties in the world, a true festive classic that never goes out of style.

A classic and commanding presence in the world of winter-flowering bulbs, 'Red Lion' is famous for its huge, deep, and impossibly luxurious velvety-red blooms. This is the quintessential Christmas amaryllis, delivering a flawless and powerful punch of pure, unadulterated colour. Each enormous, perfectly formed petal combines to create a magnificent trumpet-shaped flower that exudes confidence, warmth, and timeless glamour. It's one of the most reliable and trusted amaryllis varieties available, celebrated globally for its pure, rich colour and its dependable ability to produce a truly spectacular and traditional festive display. The blooms are held high on thick, robust stems that are more than capable of supporting the multiple, massive flowers. For a sense of festive opulence and a surefire way to brighten the darkest winter days, the majestic 'Red Lion' remains an undefeated king, roaring with vibrant colour and life when it is most needed.

Botanical name Hippeastrum 'Red Lion'
Flower colour Red
Bulb size 32/34 cm
Established height 50-70 cm
Established spread 20-30 cm
Plant spacing 1 bulb per 15-20cm pot
Leaf colour Green
Habit Upright
Life cycle Perennial
Hardiness Tender
Years to establish 1st year
Sunlight Bright, indirect light
Position Indoors, sheltered
Suitable for Pots, Indoors, Cut flowers
Soil acidity Any
Soil moisture Moist but well-drained
Soil type Multipurpose compost
RHS Award (AGM) Yes
Growing skill Easy to grow
Pollinator-friendly No
Deer resistant Yes (when indoors)

Where to Plant:

One of the most famous and reliable varieties, 'Red Lion' produces huge, classic, velvety-red flowers that are a magnificent sight in winter. This tender bulb must be grown in a container as a houseplant. Select a pot that is a snug fit for the bulb, leaving just a little space around the sides. A warm, brightly lit spot is essential to encourage the strong flower spike to grow tall and straight.

How to Plant:

Plant the bulb in autumn, around 8-10 weeks before you want it to flower. Half-fill the pot with a well-drained potting mix, place the bulb on top and fill in around it, leaving the top third of the bulb exposed. Press the compost down firmly to secure the bulb. Water it well once, letting any excess drain away completely, then place it in a warm spot and wait for growth to start before watering again.

Aftercare:

When the plant is in active growth, water regularly and feed every few weeks with a liquid fertiliser. Rotate the pot every few days so the stalk grows evenly towards the light. After flowering, snip off the faded flower stem near the base but continue to care for the leaves. Water and feed throughout the summer months to build up the bulb’s energy. For flowers next year, stop watering in early autumn and give the bulb a cool, dark, dry rest for at least two months before starting the process over.

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Key Features

Packed in paper

Packed peat-free

Great for Shade

Low maintenance

RHS Award (AGM)

Good for cutting

Suitable for indoors

Amaryllis 'Red Lion' - Harding & Bloom

Amaryllis 'Red Lion'

£11.89

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Arrived quickly and well-packaged. Planted them in some pots on the patio and they all came up. Look beautiful. Thank you!

Careane Wallace

Oxfordshire, UK

The bulbs arrived beautifully packaged and you could just tell they were excellent quality. We had the most wonderful display of daffodils this spring on our patio. Simply stunning. Will definitely be ordering again

David P

Kent, UK

I ordered the mixed hyacinth collection and the scent in my garden this April was absolutely heavenly. Every single bulb produced a strong, beautiful flower and the colours were stunning together. A fantastic purchase, I'll be back for more next year!

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Somerset