"Pat Jordan" wrote in message
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I received an amaryllis bulb for Christmas, planted it, let it bloom. In
late spring I planted it outside (I live in southeast Tennessee). Today I
cut back, divided and replanted some of my iris. What do I do with the
amaryllis? It grew several healthy leaves since being planted outside; I
didn't expect it to flower again this year. I plan to cut back the
greenery
and mulch it in real good for the winter, but I don't know when is the
best
time to cut it back.

The large flowering amaryllis normally available as potted plants or bulbs
at Christmas, are really hybrids of Hippeastrum, a tender bulbous perennial
originating from Central and South America. They are hardy only in totally
frost free areas. Dig it up now, store in a cool area (stays above 50F)
with minimal light and allow it to go dormant. Do not water. In late
November or early December, pot in fresh soil, water well, place in bright
but indirect light indoors and it should come back into flower in 6-8 weeks

pam - gardengal