Thread: Armaryillis
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Old 13-11-2011, 10:42 PM posted to rec.gardens
Kay Lancaster Kay Lancaster is offline
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On Sun, 13 Nov 2011 07:36:54 -0800 (PST), mj wrote:
This thing is growing like crazy BUT it looks like the bloom is going
to be without much of a stem. What causes this in bulbs? My Tulips do
the same thing in the spring. Is there anything I can do?
MJ


Typically not enough chill time before flowering for the spring bulbs -- late
planting, a warm spell in the winter or a warm spring may be doing this to your
tulips. Consider planting cultivars that like warmer climates.

With amaryllis, it's high light, high temp or reduced watering that
makes for shorter inflorescences.

Kay