{"product_id":"amaryllis-sonatini-graffiti-2-bulbs","title":"Amaryllis Sonatini - Graffiti - 2 bulbs","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"72\"\u003eAmaryllis Sonatini Graffiti – Papilio-style blooms brushed with red 💚\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"385\"\u003eMeet \u003cem data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"99\"\u003eAmaryllis sonatini\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"112\"\u003eGraffiti\u003c\/strong\u003e – a compact, true bulb that bursts into lime-green, Papilio-style flowers feathered with elegant red stripes. In South African gardens it shines from early summer right through the festive season, bringing joy, colour and a touch of theatre to beds, borders and pots. 🌞🎄\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"418\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"418\"\u003eWhy gardeners love Graffiti\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"983\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"521\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"521\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"445\"\u003eSophisticated colour\u003c\/strong\u003e – fresh green petals with fine red pinstripes; it looks designer-made. 🎨\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"613\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"613\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"539\"\u003eSummer star\u003c\/strong\u003e – flowers \u003cstrong data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eOctober–February\u003c\/strong\u003e in SA, right when you entertain outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"715\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"715\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"638\"\u003eCompact and sturdy\u003c\/strong\u003e – to about \u003cstrong data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"659\"\u003e40 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e; perfect for containers, courtyards and small spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"801\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"801\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eFast gratification\u003c\/strong\u003e – visible growth within weeks; blooms soon after planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"893\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"893\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eReliable perennial\u003c\/strong\u003e – rests in winter, then returns each spring with renewed energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"983\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"983\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eEffortless to grow\u003c\/strong\u003e – forgiving of different soils and heat; ideal for beginners. 🌿\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003eWhere it thrives (SA conditions)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eSun\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun to semi-shade (morning sun with light afternoon shade works beautifully).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Well-drained is key; anything from light sand to heavier loam works if drainage is good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003eClimate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Loves our summer rainfall and warmth; keep dry during winter dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003ePlanting window\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003eSeptember–January\u003c\/strong\u003e for best displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003eHow to plant (quick start)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003eChoose a pot with large drainage holes or a free-draining garden spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003eEnrich soil with compost; add coarse sand or fine gravel if heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003eDepth\u003c\/strong\u003e: Set the bulb with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003eneck above the soil\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003e10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart if planting multiples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003eWater once to settle. Then \u003cstrong data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003ewait 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e for roots to establish. ✅\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1769\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1769\"\u003eWatering made simple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003eIn the ground\u003c\/strong\u003e: After the first 10 days, water \u003cstrong data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003eevery 3–4 days\u003c\/strong\u003e for about \u003cstrong data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003e10 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1981\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1981\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003eIn containers\u003c\/strong\u003e: Water \u003cstrong data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003eevery 2–3 days\u003c\/strong\u003e until it runs from the base. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003eEmpty saucers after 30 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003eKeep soil lightly moist during active growth (\u003cstrong data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2049\"\u003eSeptember–April\u003c\/strong\u003e). Reduce in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003eMay\u003c\/strong\u003e and keep almost dry during dormancy (\u003cstrong data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2121\"\u003eMay–August\u003c\/strong\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2151\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2151\"\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; further care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2525\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2236\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2154\" data-end=\"2236\"\u003eFeed \u003cstrong data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2169\"\u003eweekly\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003eHadeco Bulb Food\u003c\/strong\u003e until \u003cstrong data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003eMarch\u003c\/strong\u003e to fuel repeat blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2239\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003eContinue light watering into \u003cstrong data-start=\"2268\" data-end=\"2277\"\u003eApril\u003c\/strong\u003e, then pause for winter rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2309\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2311\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003eLeave bulbs in place, or \u003cstrong data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2352\"\u003elift in June\u003c\/strong\u003e once foliage yellows and collapses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2525\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2393\" data-end=\"2525\"\u003eIf lifting, store \u003cstrong data-start=\"2411\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003ecool, dark and dry\u003c\/strong\u003e (a cupboard or garage is perfect). Clean away old brown leaves at winter’s end and replant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2540\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2540\"\u003eGreat for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2541\" data-end=\"2709\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2541\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2543\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003eElegant patio pots, poolside displays and sunny windows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2647\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2604\" data-end=\"2647\"\u003eFestive table arrangements over December.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2648\" data-end=\"2709\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2709\"\u003eGifting – the “Christmas flower” that returns each year. 🎁\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2711\" data-end=\"2729\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2711\" data-end=\"2729\"\u003eBotanical bits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2730\" data-end=\"2832\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2730\" data-end=\"2760\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2732\" data-end=\"2760\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2732\" data-end=\"2742\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e: Amaryllidaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2761\" data-end=\"2810\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2810\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2779\"\u003eCommon names\u003c\/strong\u003e: Amaryllis, Christmas flower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2832\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2813\" data-end=\"2832\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2813\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e: True bulb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\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 rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/gardening.co.za\/products\/hadeco-bulb-food\" 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 \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hadeco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45967929311429,"sku":"4014427100P-427","price":135.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2294\/4179\/files\/Graffiti-copy-scaled_2400x2400_39006c1e-1cca-4fd9-97c8-f48329f6b4f2.webp?v=1773734142","url":"https:\/\/ubuntuberg.com\/products\/amaryllis-sonatini-graffiti-2-bulbs","provider":"Ubuntuberg Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}