Question. My amaryllis are blooming and forming seed heads. Do I cut them off or let the seeds form? Answer. Decide whether or not you want to grow more amaryllis. Those heads are full of wafer-shaped ...

Amaryllis is a beautiful winter-blooming flower that comes in a range of vibrant shades. It is commonly grown as a houseplant and is available at nurseries and big box stores around the holiday season ...

When is the appropriate time to transplant amaryllis bulbs from mature existing plants that have been growing in a large, plastic window box? That depends on where you live. If you live in a warm ...

The National Garden Bureau designates a specific plant to celebrate each year. The goal is to promote awareness, education and appreciation for that particular plant — and this year, one of the ...

Timing your blooms with the Christmas festivities is one of our favorite ways to prepare for the magical season. Whether you use them as a stunning centerpiece for your feast or decorate your living ...

Q: My wife and I enjoy the beautiful fall colors of the native sumac. We've talked about having sumac plants in our yard. Do you have any suggestions for transplanting or planting sumac? A: Native ...

The hybrid amaryllis (Hippeastrum) is a readily available tender bulb with large, showy flowers that is easily grown indoors in a container. This bulb will not overwinter outside in the Chicago region ...

A popular stocking stuffer at Christmas time is the prepackaged amaryllis bulbs you see in many stores. The box provides the bulb, soil and pot and all you have to do is plant it and wait six weeks or ...

It’s no wonder why people love to gift (and get!) potted amaryllis plants during the holiday season. Few houseplants flower, and in a room full of green leaves, the bold blooms of an amaryllis can be ...