red Argentine amaryllis
Rhodophiala bifida
Description:
Showy, easy-to-grow bulb; dark red, trumpet-shaped flowers bloom in late summer, when little else is blooming; heat and drought tolerant; attracts hummingbirds.
Native to:
South America
Plant Type:
Perennial
Height:
1 ft
Width:
1-2 ft
Flower Color:
Red
Bloom Period:
September-October
Wildlife Value:
Hummingbirds
Sun Exposure:
Sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight)
Irrigation Needs:
Moderate (deep watering once a week)
Low (deep watering twice a month)
Maintenance Needs:
Clean up dead foliage in summer.