Are you looking to add a touch of beauty and vibrancy to your home or garden? Look no further than these stunning amaryllis varieties. Not only are they perfect for your own personal enjoyment, but they also make wonderful holiday gifts. With their long, elegant stems, some varieties might need a little extra support, so keep that in mind as you make your selection. But don’t worry, there are plenty of sturdy-stemmed options to choose from as well.
Amaryllis Support Stakes, Pack of Five
For those varieties that require support, you can find handy stakes available from HiGift via Amazon.
Without further ado, here are 17 of the most impressive amaryllis cultivars:
1. Amadeus Candy
‘Amadeus Candy’ features stunning double blooms in white with pink edging. The flower stalks reach 20 to 25 inches tall, boasting four to five seven-inch blooms.
‘Amadeus Candy’ bulbs are available in various package sizes from Dutch Grown.
2. Dancing Queen
Prepare to be enchanted by the beauty of ‘Dancing Queen’. This variety produces extra large, fully double, orangey-red and white striped flowers—truly a show-stopper. The flower stalks can reach 20 to 22 inches in height, and each stem produces nine-inch blooms.
Dance your way over to Dutch Grown to get your hands on packages of one, five, 10, or 20 bulbs.
3. Double Dragon
Imagine the dramatic impact of ‘Double Dragon’ with its sharp red double blooms. It’s like a fire dancing in your garden or home. Each bulb produces two stalks with four blossoms, growing to 24 inches tall. This one will definitely catch everyone’s attention.
You can find ‘Double Dragon’ bulbs available from Burpee.
4. Double Dream
Brighten up even the dreariest winter days with the dreamy white-tipped pink petals of ‘Double Dream’. The flower stalks grow 20 to 25 inches high and bear four to six seven-to-eight-inch blooms.
Packages of ‘Double Dream’ bulbs are available at Dutch Grown in various sizes.
5. Evergreen
Add a touch of tropical allure to your space with the ‘Evergreen’ amaryllis variety. Its creamy blossoms feature an eye-catching apple-green starburst in the center. This variety is perfect for winter holiday arrangements, especially when paired with a bright red variety. The flower stalks grow 20 to 24 inches tall and yield four to six flowers.
And guess what? Even elite gardeners have recognized its charm! ‘Evergreen’ was awarded the prestigious Award of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society in 2012.
‘Evergreen’ bulbs are available from Burpee.
6. Ferrari
If you’re searching for a touch of drama and luxury, ‘Ferrari’ is the perfect choice. Its gargantuan bulbs, measuring 13 to 15 inches wide, produce stems that grow 20 to 26 inches tall with four or five giant blooms each. The rich red petals surrounding a deep red center will add sophistication to any space.
‘Ferrari’ bulbs are available from Dutch Grown in various package sizes.
7. Half and Half
Enjoy your morning coffee while admiring the beauty of ‘Half and Half’. This new variety from Israel grows two feet tall and produces copious bright red blooms. Each flower boasts a blush-tinted cream wedge of petals, adding a unique touch. This variety typically produces two or three stems, with each stem bearing five or six blooms.
‘Half and Half’ bulbs are available from Van Zyverden via Home Depot.
8. Hercules
No myths or fairy tales here, just extra-large fuchsia blooms on ‘Hercules’ plants that grow 20 inches tall. Each bulb produces two stems with four or five eight-inch-wide blooms—truly a sight to behold.
If ‘Hercules’ catches your eye, you can find its bulbs at Burpee.
9. Minerva
Named after the Roman goddess of war and the arts, ‘Minerva’ showcases sheer natural beauty. Its bright red petals are adorned with striking white stripes, resembling artistic brush strokes. Each bulb typically produces one or two stems, growing 18 to 24 inches high and reliably yielding three or four flowers.
You can find ‘Minerva’ amaryllis bulbs at Tractor Supply Company as part of a planting kit.
10. Picotee
The graceful white blooms of the ‘Picotee’ variety are reminiscent of old-school ice skating skirts. These 20-inch stalks are capable of producing two stems, with each stem bearing four or five eight-inch blooms.
‘Bulbs are available from Dutch Grown.
11. Purple Rain
While the blooms of ‘Purple Rain’ might not be exactly purple, their two-tone pink stripes make them just as captivating. These eight-inch blooms feature a delicate hint of purple in the center, adding an extra touch of allure. The flower stalks grow 18 to 24 inches tall, with each stem bearing four blooms.
Single ‘Purple Rain’ bulbs can be found at Van Zyverden via Tractor Supply Company as part of a planting kit.
12. Pyjama Party
With its striped soft red and pink pattern, ‘Pyjama Party’ adds a touch of whimsy and holiday joy to any space. This Dutch variety grows 15 to 20 inches tall and typically produces two or three stems per bulb, each with multiple flowers.
Single ‘Pyjama Party’ bulbs are available at Tractor Supply Company as part of a growing kit.
13. Red Nymph
Celebrate the winter season and add a splash of joy to your home with the red double blossoms of ‘Red Nymph’. The rich color of these flowers evokes a shimmering effect. Each bulb produces two stalks that grow 20 to 25 inches tall and bear three or four flowers each.
You can find ‘Red Nymph’ bulbs available at Dutch Grown in various package sizes.
14. Rilona
Add a touch of subtlety to your space with ‘Rilona’ and its dusky apricot petals with deeper orange veins. These blooms are perfect for floating in a glass bowl as a holiday centerpiece. Each bulb produces two stalks, each loaded with three or four giant blooms.
You can find ‘Rilona’ bulbs available at Dutch Grown.
15. Rosalie
Elegance meets beauty in the form of ‘Rosalie’. These large indoor bloomers grow to 20 to 24 inches, producing luminous apricot-blush flowers with centers of the lightest green. Each stem bears four or five huge flowers.
‘Rosalie’ bulbs are available at Burpee.
16. Sweet Nymph
Prepare to be dazzled by the splashy beauty of ‘Sweet Nymph’. With its extra-large, bright watermelon-pink petals adorned with darker pink veins and white highlights, it’s hard to resist its charm. These long-lasting cut flowers are perfect for winter-holiday arrangements and make a stunning addition to glass bowls or vases that can accommodate their 20- to 24-inch stalks. The best part is, they don’t require any extra support!
‘Sweet Nymph’ bulbs are available at Burpee.
17. White Nymph
If pure white blooms are your style, you’ll fall in love with ‘White Nymph’. These eight- to ten-inch blooms feature just a hint of green in the center. The flower stalks, measuring 20 to 24 inches in height, bear three to four massive blooms each. Pair this variety with ‘Ferrari’ or ‘Double Dragon’ for a classic red and white holiday display.
‘White Nymph’ bulbs are available at Dutch Grown.
The beauty and variety offered by amaryllis are simply unmatched. From elegant to bold, simple to fancy, and plain red to multi-color stripes, these plants have it all. The best part is, they are incredibly easy to grow and care for. So go ahead and choose the variety that catches your eye—you’re sure to enjoy its beauty indoors or out.
I hope these descriptions have helped you narrow down your choices. If I missed one of your favorites, let me know in the comments below and feel free to share a picture! And for more tips on amaryllis care, check out these helpful guides:
- How to Propagate Amaryllis Bulbs
- How to Care for Amaryllis After Flowering
- How to Grow Hippeastrum from Seed
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