{"product_id":"amaryllis-sonatini-ballerina-3-bulbs","title":"Amaryllis Sonatini - Ballerina - 3 bulbs","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAmaryllis Sonatini Ballerina: Your Garden's Next Pink Star\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImagine your South African garden bursting with the vibrant, delicate charm of the Amaryllis Sonatini Ballerina. This isn't just a bulb; it's an invitation to cultivate pure joy and elegance right at home. With its exquisite double blooms and captivating pink hue, 'Ballerina' transforms any space into a floral masterpiece, year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌸 \u003cb\u003eWhy 'Ballerina' Belongs in Your Garden:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDouble the Beauty:\u003c\/b\u003e Experience a profusion of delicate pink petals, layered to create stunning, full blooms that command attention. The image shows a gorgeous, vibrant red, which is truly striking!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEffortless Elegance:\u003c\/b\u003e You don't need a green thumb to enjoy this magnificent plant. 'Ballerina' is incredibly easy to care for, rewarding you with spectacular displays for minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLasting Impression:\u003c\/b\u003e These aren't fleeting blooms. Enjoy long-lasting, vibrant colour that brings enduring beauty and a sense of accomplishment to your outdoor spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Touch of Grace:\u003c\/b\u003e The gentle pink tones evoke a feeling of serenity and sophisticated beauty, making your garden a true sanctuary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e☀️ \u003cb\u003eCultivating Your Amaryllis Sonatini 'Ballerina':\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanting your 'Ballerina' Amaryllis is simple, especially with South Africa's climate in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen to Plant:\u003c\/b\u003e As we head into the spring and summer months in South Africa, this is the perfect time to plant your Amaryllis. Aim for planting from late winter through to mid-summer for spectacular blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight Conditions:\u003c\/b\u003e Your 'Ballerina' loves bright, indirect light. Choose a spot in your garden that receives ample morning sun but is shielded from the harsh midday heat, especially in the warmer provinces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil Perfection:\u003c\/b\u003e Ensure your Amaryllis thrives in well-draining soil. A good quality potting mix enriched with organic matter provides the ideal environment for robust growth. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering Wisely:\u003c\/b\u003e Water thoroughly when the top inch or two of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering, which can harm the bulb. Reduce watering as the plant enters dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeeding for Flourish:\u003c\/b\u003e A balanced liquid fertiliser every 2-4 weeks during the active growing season will encourage abundant blooms and strong, healthy foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeel the pride as your 'Ballerina' Amaryllis unfurls its magnificent petals, becoming the envy of your neighbourhood. This resilient beauty brings a sense of achievement and a daily dose of wonder. It’s more than a plant; it's a testament to your gardening passion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Amaryllidaceae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: amaryllis, Christmas flower \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Full sun and semi-shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: September – January \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: October - February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive growth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: September - April\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDormant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: May – August\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifting time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: June\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: True bulb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 40cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Plant with the neck above the soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 10cm apart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: After planting, water and then wait 10 days for the roots to stabilise. Thereafter, water every 3-4 days when planted in the ground for 10 minutes. If you have planted them in containers, water every 2-3 days, until water runs out from the bottom of the container. Empty saucers 30 minutes after watering. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmaryllis is one of the easiest plants to grow. It produces gorgeous blooms in just a few weeks after planting. They are happy in well-draining soil, but tolerate a variety of soils, ranging from heavy loam to light sand. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed weekly with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardening.co.za\/products\/hadeco-bulb-food\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHadeco Bulb Food\u003c\/a\u003e until March. Watering should continue into April and can come to a halt from May. Bulbs can remain in the soil or be lifted once the foliage is yellow and has wilted. If you choose to lift, store them in cool and dry places (a dark cupboard or garage will do) and then at the end of winter it can be cleaned of old brown foliage and replanted in the garden or pots.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hadeco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45967972532421,"sku":"4026075290P-429","price":125.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2294\/4179\/files\/Ballerina-web.jpg?v=1775656484","url":"https:\/\/ubuntuberg.com\/products\/amaryllis-sonatini-ballerina-3-bulbs","provider":"Ubuntuberg Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}