Commonly, though incorrectly, called Amaryllis this well known bulb makes an ideal pot plant for the house, conservatory or greenhouse. The bulb should be potted soon after receipt in a good loam based compost to which coarse sand or grit has been added to ensure open, free draining mixture. A well crocked pot, approx 5cm wider than the bulbs diameter may be used. Position the bulb so that the top half shows above the compost with the roots well spread in the soil below. The pot should then be set in a wam place, ideally with bottom heat of 15-18 degrees celcius, and very little water until growth starts. When growing well, transfer to a cooler, well lit position, and water more freely. Every fortnight give a high potash liquid feed. Dead head after flowering but continue to feed and water until the leaves yellow and die. When dormant in late autumn to early winter stop watering. Top dress 2-3 cm of soil before starting the bulb into growth again. If necessary, re-pot every 3 to 4 years. Flowering time December to April.