Description
Amaryllis Doublet Bulbs – Spectacular Double Red & White Striped Flowers
Bold crimson-red stripes, snowy white petals, luxurious double blossoms, and a whole lot of cottage garden WOW!
Some flowers are beautiful.
Others are absolutely unforgettable!
Meet Amaryllis 'Doublet', a breathtaking double-flowering Amaryllis that brings dramatic color, elegant form, and irresistible charm to your home.
If you love flowers that make a statement, you're going to fall head over heels for this extraordinary beauty!
Amaryllis Doublet produces magnificent, fully double blossoms featuring a striking combination of rich red and brilliant white stripes and markings.
Each gorgeous flower is a masterpiece of color and texture, with layers of slender petals that curve gracefully backward to create a wonderfully dramatic appearance.
And these aren't ordinary little flowers!
Doublet Amaryllis blossoms can reach an impressive 7–8 inches across, creating a spectacular display that instantly captures attention.
Imagine enormous red-and-white striped flowers opening above elegant green stems, transforming a simple windowsill or tabletop into a breathtaking indoor garden.
Absolutely stunning!
A Double Amaryllis with Extraordinary Color
What makes Amaryllis Doublet so special?
It's all about those incredible flowers!
The bold red-and-white coloring creates a beautiful contrast, while the abundance of petals gives each blossom a luxurious, full appearance.
Unlike traditional single-flowering Amaryllis varieties, Doublet produces richly layered flowers with an almost sculptural quality.
The slender petals curl backward, creating movement, dimension, and a wonderfully elegant silhouette.
The result is a flower that looks equally beautiful in a decorative pot, an elegant holiday arrangement, or a romantic indoor display.
And because Doublet's flowers feature both red and white, they're especially lovely for seasonal decorating.
Picture these magnificent blossoms surrounded by evergreen branches, creamy white accents, and natural holiday greenery.
Or display them in a simple ceramic pot and let the flowers steal the show!
Whether your decorating style is traditional, romantic, modern, or cottage-inspired, Doublet Amaryllis bulbs bring spectacular beauty to any setting.
Gorgeous Indoor Flowers in Just a Few Weeks
Here's another reason to love this beautiful variety:
Amaryllis Doublet is surprisingly easy to grow indoors!
With bright light, suitable warmth, and careful watering, these magnificent bulbs can produce gorgeous flowers in approximately 50–70 days after planting.
That's just a few weeks between planting your bulb and enjoying a spectacular display of red-and-white blossoms!
Growing on strong flowering stalks that can reach up to 24 inches tall, Doublet creates a beautiful upright display that looks elegant in decorative containers.
Its impressive flowers are perfect for bright windowsills, holiday centerpieces, winter decorating, and thoughtful living gifts.
And the beauty doesn't have to end when the first flowers fade.
With appropriate care, a healthy Amaryllis bulb can be maintained after flowering and may bloom again in future seasons.
Whether you're planting your first Amaryllis or adding another spectacular variety to your collection, Amaryllis Doublet delivers dramatic color, luxurious blossoms, and unforgettable indoor elegance.
Why We Love Amaryllis Doublet
- Spectacular Double Flowers: Beautifully layered petals create magnificent, full blossoms with an elegant appearance.
- Bold Red & White Stripes: Dramatic crimson-red markings contrast beautifully with snowy white petals.
- Enormous 7–8 Inch Blossoms: Oversized flowers make an unforgettable statement in indoor displays.
- Gracefully Curved Petals: Slender, backward-curving petals add texture, dimension, and movement.
- Beautiful Winter Flowers: Enjoy spectacular blooms indoors during the colder months.
- Easy Indoor Growing: Flowers typically appear approximately 50–70 days after planting under suitable conditions.
- Elegant Flowering Height: Strong stalks can reach approximately 24 inches tall.
- Perfect for Holiday Decorating: Red-and-white blossoms make beautiful centerpieces, living gifts, and seasonal accents.
Bulb Details & Growing Information
- Product Name: Amaryllis Doublet
- Botanical Name: Hippeastrum 'Doublet'
- Common Name: Doublet Amaryllis / Double Red & White Amaryllis
- Plant Type: Flowering Perennial Bulb
- Flower Classification: Double-Flowering Amaryllis
- Outdoor Hardiness Zones: 9–11
- Indoor Growing: Suitable for Indoor Containers in Colder Climates
- Mature Flowering Height: Up to 24 Inches
- Outdoor Spacing: Approximately 12 Inches Apart
- Indoor Light: Bright Direct Light
- Outdoor Sun Exposure: Partial Sun
- Indoor Bloom Time: Approximately 50–70 Days After Planting
- Outdoor Bloom Time: Mid-Spring in Suitable Warm Climates
- Flower Color: Red & White Stripes and Markings
- Flower Size: Approximately 7–8 Inches Across
- Flower Form: Large, Fully Double Blossoms with Slender, Backward-Curving Petals
- Water Needs: Moderate to Low
- Soil Preference: Loose, Well-Draining Potting Mix or Garden Soil
- Indoor Planting Season: Fall Through Winter, Depending on Desired Bloom Time
- Outdoor Planting Season: Spring in Suitable Warm Climates
- Best Uses: Indoor Containers, Holiday Centerpieces, Winter Flowers, Living Gifts, Decorative Planters & Warm-Climate Gardens
When & How to Plant Amaryllis Doublet Bulbs Indoors
Plant for a Spectacular Display of Double Red & White Flowers!
Growing Amaryllis Doublet bulbs indoors is a wonderful way to bring gorgeous flowers into your home during fall and winter.
These impressive bulbs require relatively little effort, making them a delightful choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
With the right growing conditions, you can enjoy magnificent double blossoms approximately 50–70 days after planting.
Indoor Planting Instructions
- When to Plant: Fall through winter, depending on when you'd like your flowers to bloom.
- Container Size: Choose a sturdy pot with drainage holes, approximately 1–2 inches wider than the bulb.
- Planting Depth: Position the bulb with its upper one-third to one-half exposed above the potting mix.
- Soil: Use a quality, well-draining indoor potting mix.
- Light: Place in a bright indoor location with plenty of natural sunlight.
- Temperature: Normal warm indoor temperatures encourage active growth.
- Watering: Water lightly after planting, then water as needed once roots and shoots develop, allowing the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings.
- Bloom Time: Approximately 50–70 days after planting under favorable conditions.
As the flowering stalk grows, rotate the pot occasionally to encourage upright growth.
Because Doublet produces large, double blossoms, a discreet support stake may be helpful if the stems become top-heavy.
Helpful Holiday Tip: For a beautiful Christmas or winter display, plant your Doublet Amaryllis approximately 7–10 weeks before your desired bloom date.
Actual flowering time can vary depending on bulb maturity, temperature, and growing conditions, so exact holiday blooming dates cannot be guaranteed.
Growing Amaryllis Doublet Outdoors
Live in a warm climate? Bring those spectacular striped blossoms into your garden!
Amaryllis Doublet is listed as hardy outdoors in USDA Zones 9–11, where it can be grown as a flowering perennial in suitable conditions.
In these warm regions, the magnificent red-and-white blossoms typically appear in mid-spring.
Outdoor Planting Instructions
- When to Plant: Spring, after the danger of frost has passed.
- Planting Depth: Position the bulb with its neck near or slightly above the soil surface, depending on local conditions.
- Bulb Spacing: Approximately 12 inches apart.
- Sunlight: Partial sun, ideally with protection from intense afternoon heat.
- Soil: Fertile, well-draining garden soil.
- Watering: Moderate to low, allowing the upper soil to dry slightly between waterings.
- Bloom Time: Mid-Spring in suitable warm climates.
Plant Doublet in decorative garden beds, sheltered borders, or containers where its enormous flowers can be admired up close.
In colder climates, the bulbs can be grown in containers and moved outdoors during warm weather, but they must be protected from freezing temperatures.
How to Care for Amaryllis Doublet After Flowering
Don't toss that gorgeous bulb when the flowers fade!
One of the wonderful things about growing Amaryllis Doublet is that the bulb can be maintained after flowering and encouraged to bloom again in future seasons.
After the magnificent red-and-white blossoms finish:
- Remove Spent Flowers: Snip off faded blooms to keep the plant tidy.
- Trim the Flower Stalk: Once flowering is complete, cut back the flower stalk while leaving healthy green foliage intact.
- Keep the Leaves Growing: Continue providing bright light and appropriate moisture so the bulb can replenish its energy.
- Feed During Active Growth: Apply a balanced houseplant fertilizer according to the product directions.
- Enjoy Summer Growth: In colder climates, container-grown Amaryllis can spend the warmer months outdoors after gradual acclimation.
- Protect From Cold Weather: Bring the bulb indoors before temperatures become too chilly.
- Allow a Rest Period if Needed: A managed period of reduced watering and cooler conditions may help prepare the bulb for another flowering cycle.
Important: Do not remove healthy green leaves immediately after flowering. The foliage helps the bulb store the energy it needs for future growth.
Allow leaves to remain until they naturally yellow or until you intentionally begin an appropriate dormancy period.
With suitable care, healthy Amaryllis bulbs may rebloom, although flowering is not guaranteed every year.
Creating Beautiful Holiday Displays with Amaryllis Doublet
Want a holiday centerpiece that makes everyone stop and stare?
Amaryllis Doublet is a spectacular choice!
Its magnificent red-and-white striped blossoms bring classic seasonal color with an extra touch of luxury.
For a traditional Christmas display, plant Doublet in a decorative ceramic pot and surround it with fresh evergreen branches, pinecones, and soft white accents.
The rich red stripes look especially beautiful against deep green foliage and natural holiday textures.
For a more romantic arrangement, pair Doublet with white Paperwhite Narcissus, delicate greenery, and simple winter decorations.
Its dramatic double flowers also make a beautiful living gift for gardeners, flower lovers, and anyone who appreciates something a little extraordinary.
And because the blossoms are so large, even a single flowering bulb can create a stunning seasonal focal point.
Our Cottage Garden Tip
Bring the romance of a cottage garden indoors with magnificent red-and-white double flowers!
For a breathtaking display, grow Amaryllis Doublet bulbs in elegant decorative containers, allowing their enormous striped blossoms to take center stage.
White ceramic pots emphasize the rich red markings, while aged terracotta containers create a softer, more traditional cottage garden look.
Want even more drama?
Group several Amaryllis Doublet pots together at different heights for a spectacular collection of red-and-white flowers.
For a beautiful winter windowsill, combine Doublet with other indoor flowering bulbs in complementary colors.
Its bold red-and-white blossoms pair especially well with pure white Amaryllis, fragrant Paperwhites, and fresh green foliage.
Maryland Gardeners: Amaryllis Doublet is best grown as an indoor flowering bulb during fall and winter throughout Maryland.
Because its listed outdoor hardiness range is Zones 9–11, Doublet should not be expected to survive Maryland winters in the ground.
After flowering, maintain the bulb as a houseplant and move its container outdoors during warm weather if desired.
Gradually acclimate the foliage to outdoor light, choose a protected location with bright light or gentle morning sunshine, and bring the plant indoors before frost arrives.
Important: Amaryllis bulbs and plants are toxic if ingested, particularly to cats and dogs. Keep bulbs, foliage, and flowers away from curious pets and children.
Crimson Stripes. Snowy White Petals. Luxurious Double Blossoms. A Whole Lot of Cottage Garden WOW!
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