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Flowering bulbous plants have been known for a long time, but previously they were grown mainly in open ground. Modern indoor floriculture has a huge selection of bulbous plants for growing in apartments. The Amaryllis family alone gives us many gorgeous, beautifully flowering indoor plants, such as hippeastrum, hymenocallis or clivia.

From the history of amaryllis

Each of these bulbous house flowers has long, narrow leaves and, in its own way, beautiful flowers. If you provide amaryllis with proper care, their flowering will replace each other, allowing you to enjoy the beauty all year round. In the spring, crinum produces unusual inflorescences; in September, nerine picks up the baton, followed by pancratium, and in winter, hippeastrum opens spectacular large flowers.

Amaryllis plants are native to South Africa And South America, from where these beautiful plants were once brought by sailors and botanists. The first representatives of the Amaryllidaceae were called lilies because of the similarity of flowering, and in 1737 the genus Amaryllis was established.

Let's take a closer look at the catalog of the most common indoor plants from this family.

1. has a large spherical fleshy bulb, inside of which several inflorescences develop simultaneously. Usually there is one inflorescence per four leaves of this indoor bulbous plant, which means that by the number of leaves one can already guess how many flower shoots there will be in a given season. Therefore, caring for indoor hippeastrum during its growth is very important; it is necessary to provide the flower with such conditions so that as many leaves as possible appear.

Hippeastrum flowers have a wide variety of colors - white, yellow, red, orange. There are specimens with stripes, strokes and a border on the petals. As you can see in the photo, there are simple and double varieties of this plant.

2. Title " Eucharis" translated from Greek means “lovely.” The flower of this plant is really beautiful - on a peduncle up to 60 cm long there are from 3 to 6 white flowers with a long tube. In the photo it is noticeable that the blooming indoor eucharis resembles a daffodil.

Eucharis prefers partial shade and frequent spraying, the content temperature must not be lower than 16 °C. Daughter bulbs should not be separated from the mother plant, since in the presence of children the plant blooms more readily.

3. Clivia orange has become widespread in indoor floriculture, although there are forms with yellow and red flower colors. At good conditions bulbous clivia lives for several decades. Old specimens in large flowerpots can produce up to 40 flower stalks; they are not replanted, but fed with fertilizers.

4. Hymenocallis – This is a perennial with an underground bulbous stem, which reaches 10 cm in diameter. The flowers are bizarrely shaped and collected in inflorescences of 7–10 pieces. The color of the petals is white, the aroma is pleasant. Children are reluctant to form hymenocallis, so this flower is propagated by dividing the bulb.

5. Zephyranthes large-flowered has a small round bulb, up to 5 cm in diameter. When planting, the bulb is buried completely in the ground. Flowers are solitary on medium-length peduncles. Place the bulbous plant in a bright sunny place. In home floriculture, white and white zephyranthes are usually found. Pink colour as in the photo.

6. and nerine tortuous - representatives of the amaryllis family, which are also grown in apartments. These are indoor perennials herbaceous plants with a bulb covered with brown scales and small leaves. The flowers are collected on an arrow that reaches 50 cm in height. Flowers are common various shades red, but there are specimens of white and even blue color. This plant grows well on north-eastern windows and loves to be sprayed with settled water.

7. Weltheimia Rarely grown at home due to what is created for it comfortable conditions quite difficult; a cool greenhouse or winter garden is more suitable for this. At the end of August, the bulbs are planted, buried halfway, and while the leaves are growing, the temperature is maintained at about +20 °C. However, then it is necessary to lower the temperature to +12 °C in order to subsequently obtain flowering.

It is better to water the plant in a tray so as not to provoke fungal diseases by getting water on the bulb. Watering continues until all the leaves dry out. During the dormant period, the bulb is put in a dark place and taken out when new growth begins. At proper care V winter time Weltheimia blooms, producing unusual inflorescences that resemble the inflorescences of Kniphofia, as can be seen in the photo. For such flowering, Weltheimia is called a winter torch.

8. Hemanthus- an evergreen perennial from the amaryllis family. It is called “elephant tongue” for its short, wide, rough leaves. Two types are most often grown in apartments: hemanthus Catarina and white-flowered. The flowering of these plants is very peculiar. Hemanthus whiteflower produces reduced perianths instead of flowers. The photo shows that they are a cluster of white stamens with yellow anthers. Hemanthus Catarina has an inflorescence with red bracts.

These plants are not capricious; during the dormant period they require rare watering, while the leaves remain green all year round. During one period of growth, hemanthus produces no more than two leaves, unlike other amaryllis.

9. Krin m is very easy to grow, as it is a drought-resistant bulbous plant. From spring to autumn the plant blooms and grows, and spends the winter in dry dark place without watering. The pot for crinum should be spacious, not picky about the soil, and grows in almost any soil mixture. Crinum propagates by seeds and baby bulbs.

10. Lachenalia aloeides- a rare indoor plant. For good flowering it needs to be provided with winter lighting and cool conditions (from 8 to 12 degrees). Fleshy flower stalks bearing racemose inflorescences (as in the photo) appear in December. During the growing season, regular watering is important - overdrying or overwatering is unacceptable. Lachenalia grows only one pair of long, narrow leaves. In spring, a period of dormancy begins and natural yellowing of the leaves occurs.

11. Pancratium It usually blooms in the fall, producing more flowers each year. The plant is responsive to feeding and does not like drafts. For its beautiful flowering (see photo), pancratium is called the Nile lily.

Catalog of indoor bulbous plants of the amaryllis family

Hello, I’m Anastasia and I’ve devoted half of my life to indoor plants. My apartment looks more like a greenhouse. I'm not a super pro, but I know a lot about my favorites. And today I will talk about the best bulbous plants for home gardening.

At home, you can grow representatives of the following species:

• Amaryllidaceae;
• Liliaceae;
• Iris.

The bulb of these flowers is needed to accumulate nutrients. Many representatives of indoor lilies have a pronounced dormant period. At this time, their leaves completely fall off, only to appear again the next year.

Other features include a thickened shoot that looks like an onion. The foliage has the appearance of a rosette. Most of the domestic bulbs bloom beautifully. Very few species are valued for their beautiful foliage. Almost all bulbs need diffused light.

Most popular types

As I already said, the most common domestic bulbs include iris, amaryllis and lilies. Xanthorrheaeaceae are also found. Sometimes there are succulents. But, about the most popular types in order.

Agapanthus

Belongs to the lily family and comes from southern Africa. Perennial, easy to care for. The peduncles are tall, the inflorescences are either white or blue. Agapanthus needs light that is non-directional and bright. Feels best on south-eastern windows. Watering requires warm water and moist soil.

Amaryllis

Care is quite difficult. Height - up to 70 centimeters. Lives up to 4 years, but if cared for correctly, even longer. Lives in winter at temperatures up to 5-7 degrees above zero, in summer - a maximum of 23.

The soil needs to be very fertile, ideally loose. A flower pot needs a hole and drainage. In warm weather, watering is needed every 3-5 days. When dormant, there is no need to water.

Bovieya

Refers to succulents and lilies. Extremely easy to care for. Lives for at least ten years. The temperature is needed higher than room temperature; humidity is either low or medium. It grows quickly, but only in the warm season. For the winter it is better to put it in a cool and warm room.

Water three times a month; fertilizers for cacti are suitable for feeding. The peduncle is long, the flowers are small and white, but the leaves are very impressive.

Bulbina

One of the few species that is valued for its leaves. Family – Xanthorrhoeaceae. Slow growing, perennial. The air needs to be dry, the temperature in summer is up to 25 degrees above zero, in winter - about ten. You need bright light; it is better to choose a south-west or south window.

In winter we water a maximum of once every 10 days, in summer - regularly. Bulbina needs the same fertilizers as for cacti. Well diluted fertilizer for any house flowers is also suitable.

Vallotta

Height is about 60 cm, flowers are usually red. It feels best in loose and fertile soil; the top layer is replaced every year. You can add spruce bark to the soil. During dormancy (this is a couple of months), the valotta does not shed its leaves. We water it a couple of times a week in warm weather; in winter, you can water it extremely moderately – once or twice a month.

Veltheimia bracteata

Features interesting appearance. It needs good sanctification and bright light. It is important to strictly follow temperature regime: so, in September, when the leaves have already appeared, it needs from 15 to 18 degrees, in the summer about 24, in November about 11 degrees, in the winter - from 8 to 10. The soil needs to be acidic.

Hemanthus

Quite a stable and undemanding flower. Lives for many years. Height - up to 40 cm. Two types are popular:

• White-flowered;
• Katarina.

Hemanthus Katarina needs a temperature of 18 degrees above zero in winter, and about 24 in summer. White-flowered hemanthus feels normal even at temperatures of 10 degrees above zero. Hemanthus need a lot of light, but in summer they need shading.

Hymenocallis

They live a long time and are very easy to care for. Can reach 100 cm in height. In summer, hymenocallis needs a temperature of 24 degrees, in February-April from 16 to 18, during dormancy from 10 to 15. They feel best on southern or eastern windows; they need shading.

The light needs to be diffused but bright. It is necessary to water extremely abundantly; during dormancy we water rarely. They are distinguished by interesting inflorescences.

Hippeastrum

They live from 3-4 years or more. Does not bloom on northern windows, needs bright light with shading. In summer and after planting the bulbs, the temperature is needed at 23 degrees, in cold weather and after forcing - about 13. Water during activity once every 5 days, less often in autumn. More active watering is needed after the arrow reaches 10 cm.

Drimiopsis

It grows slowly and lives for about ten years. It is distinguished by not very expressive flowers, but beautiful leaves with spots. In winter you need a temperature of 14 degrees, in summer - 25. Light is needed diffused, but bright. Needs breathable soil.

You can enrich store-bought soil for bulbs with sand (perlite is also suitable). Drimmyopsis leaves need to be cut off and young ones should be wiped.

Zephyranthes

Known for its interesting inflorescences. Lives long. In summer it needs high temperature – about 29 degrees. In winter the temperature can be around 11-12 degrees. It is better to grow zephyranthes on western, southeastern or eastern windows.

Will not bloom if it lacks light. During dormancy, zephyranthes loses its leaves. At this time, it should be watered rarely and kept cool.

It can also be grown in open ground, but we then dig up the marshmallow bulbs in the fall. The zephyranthes plant is very poisonous.

Clivia

The plant is low and compact. Grows with medium intensity, perennial. In summer, a temperature of 21 degrees is needed, in winter - up to 10, after the appearance of a flower bud - at 13. Needs partial shade or bright but diffused light. In general, it is not very picky about light, but it is better to shade it in the summer.

Water for irrigation should only be warm; water the clivia once every 7 days. In cold weather, we rarely water.

Krinum

There are several types:

• Mura (up to a meter high);
• Abyssinian;
• Ceylonese;
• Campanulate;
• Reddish;
• Powell and many others.

In summer it feels normal at a temperature of 20 degrees. It tolerates artificial lighting, but the light needs intense and diffused light. Water for irrigation needs warm. Does not recognize drafts.

Lachenalia

Positive yellow bells. Not easy to care for. Height – up to 30 cm. When flowering, a temperature of 8 to 16 degrees is required. It is better to grow on eastern and western windows; the light needs to be diffused and bright. The soil pH should be between 5.5 and 7.5. Even during growth, you need to water it moderately: once every 7 days and with a glass of water. During dormancy, Lachenalia does not need moisture.

Ledeburia

It has interesting leaves and small size. It is necessary to shade so that the spots on the leaves do not become too bright. You need soil that is breathable but retains moisture well. We water once a week in the summer, once every couple of weeks in the winter. Leaves need to be wiped, old leaves need to be cut off.

Liriope

Low and fragile Chinese plant. In winter it feels normal at temperatures from 4 degrees to 10, in summer – from 18 to 20. It needs to be replanted in the spring, old flowers need to be removed. Does not recognize drafts. We fertilize twice a month using liquid bulb fertilizer. It should have enough phosphorus and potassium.

Nerine

Tall peduncles and small flowers. Humidity needs to be high. We spray it constantly or keep it on a tray with wet pebbles. In summer you need a temperature of 20 degrees, in autumn - half as much.

You can prolong the flowering of nerine in the fall if you increase the temperature to 15 degrees. Light is needed most in the morning. The soil should have a minimum of nitrogen and it should be loose.

Sperkelia

Lives from 4 years. Need high humidity air (about 50%), so spray regularly. Keep it on a tray with wet pebbles.

You need a lot of light, otherwise Sperkelia will not bloom. The flower is quite poisonous. The soil should be breathable and loose, with an acidity of 5.5 to 6.5.

We water sperkelia a couple of times a week during warm periods and do not water during dormant periods. However, if the plant overwinters in a warm room, the bulbs need to be moistened occasionally. Closer to March or February, you need to transplant its bulbs into a substrate and keep it dry until you see the top of the bud.

Freesia

The flower is yellow and fragrant, grows all season, lives for many years, and is quite easy to care for. It needs coolness in the summer, but from October to March the temperature should be about 5 degrees above zero. Humidity is about 50%, so we follow the rules for nerine and sperkelia.

In the morning it needs direct rays of the sun, in summer the light needs diffused and bright light. You can light it artificially in the morning. The soil must be breathable and have good drainage. The water should be soft; when flowering, water it twice or thrice a week. You can't over-hydrate it, so use a moderate amount of water.

Eucomis

It blooms with rather large yellow flowers and looks exotic. Eucomis need high or medium humidity; you can place it on a tray with constantly wetted expanded clay. We need south windows and bright light, however, in the summer we are not lazy and shade it.

In the summer we water actively with warm water, in the spring not so intensely, and in the fall we stop altogether. The pot must be large.

Eucharis

An elegant flower, long-lived, easy to care for. We provide medium humidity, we still need the same tray with wet expanded clay. When flower stalks form, the temperature should be about 18 degrees.

In summer - from 20 to 25. Eucharis is not too picky about soils, but it will be happy to be loose and fertile. You can grow eucharis on your own personal plot or in the hall. But don't forget to dig it up by fall.

Preface

Most gardeners prefer to grow bulbous indoor flowers, which are distinguished by their unpretentiousness and rich flowering. Today we will tell you about all the intricacies of growing them in a home greenhouse.

Bulbous plants and their main types

Bulbous flowers mean those types of plants whose bulb is an independent bud. It is inside the bulb that leaves and other plant organs are laid, which will then develop. There you can also see a small bottom with the embryos of the root system located in it - the roots will begin to grow immediately after you plant your flower in the ground.

For such flowers, the bulb is a storehouse of nutrients and water, which allows them to be independent of the seasons. So, with proper care, your greenhouse can bloom in both summer and winter. All flowers are divided into two groups:

• having a dormant period that can endure this time without planting in the ground (tulips);
• species that shed their green part at certain times of the year (hemanthus).

The most famous bulbous house flowers: crocus, juno, gladiolus, lilies, anemone, tulips.

Bulbous indoor flowers: care and proper planting

Almost all plants of this type prefer light and coolness, negatively perceiving waterlogging of the soil. If you decide to carry out the work yourself, it is advisable that the planting of bulbous plants be carried out in the autumn. Pay close attention to the bulb itself: it should not be damaged, wrinkled or loose, which may indicate the presence of a disease.

Despite its healthy appearance, the material should be disinfected, for which it is better to use a 1% manganese solution - put the onion in a container for half an hour and fill it with the solution. It is important to choose the right pot for planting: its height should not be greater than its width. If you choose a container that is too large, as many inexperienced gardeners do, this can lead to the plant either developing poorly or even dying.

Important: it is best to purchase porous clay pots with thin walls, but you should not buy glazed containers.

We lay out a drainage layer (small stones or gravel) at the bottom, only then can we fill the soil with a layer whose height should not exceed 7 cm. Mix the soil using mineral fertilizers and additives for bulbous plants. Next we plant the planting material and cover it halfway with soil. We place the container with the future green pet in a cool place, watering it a little with water. Only after the first shoots appear can the flower be moved to a bright place near the window.

How to make your plant healthy?

Like all types flowering plants, bulbous plants prefer fertilizing using nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium fertilizers. After the bud fades and the leaves begin to die, it is necessary to reduce watering and leave the planting material in the container. The plant should remain in this state until March - until it begins to produce stems again.

You need to water the flowers very carefully, since they cannot tolerate waterlogging - because of this they can get a fungus or catch infectious diseases. This is especially true for varieties such as Dutch hyacinth. Naturally, if you want to receive beautiful flowers next year, you must follow several important rules:

• Bulbs should not be stored in a damp place where they may rot;
• do not store the bulbs with fruit in the refrigerator, as some fruits emit ethylene, a substance harmful to plants;
• It is best to store bulbs in sand or peat moss;
• make sure that there is no draft that can blow through and freeze the planting material;
• If you have pets, make sure that during storage they do not chew off future flowers.

Only with proper care and maintenance will bulbous indoor flowers delight you with their brightness, beautiful buds and aroma of freshness.

Hello, dear flower lovers!

In the spring, as soon as the snow melts, bulbous flowers are the first to hatch in the flower beds. In order for them to please the eye every year, they must be properly cared for. So let's talk about how to care for bulbous plants in the garden.

How to determine the right place to plant bulbous flowers

Hyacinths, tulips, daffodils and other bulbous primroses are best placed in open, well-lit flower beds. This will give the plants more space to grow and bloom.

After they bloom, the gardener faces a difficult choice: either leave the bulbs in the ground until daughter shoots form. Or, remove the flowers immediately, without waiting.

If you dig up the bulbs before the stem withers, then such planting material can be grown for several more years. If you wait until the bulbous “babies” ripen, the flowerbed will look dull. In such cases, knowledgeable flower growers advise planting perennial and biennial flowers on the clumps along with early bulbous flowers. With them, the flower corner will not look deserted.

Ornamental plants, which have a lifespan of two years, bloom much longer than tulips. If they are in the flowerbed, then you can calmly wait until their neighbors’ stems and leaves turn yellow and wither. And then calmly dig them out.

Some hybrid bulbous plants, such as tulip hybrids, do not need to be dug up after flowering. This makes life much easier for gardeners.

Sometimes summer residents plant bulbous plants along garden paths, or one at a time in different places on the site. This way of arranging these colors is fundamentally wrong. Tulips and daffodils look beautiful when there are a lot of them. Only then do they form a kind of flower “blanket”. In a single copy they are simply “lost” against the background of others bright colors or greenery.

How to choose planting material for bulbous plants

Often in spring flower shops You can purchase already sprouted bulbs with foliage and bud rudiments. This is convenient - such plants take root well, and you can immediately see the results of your work in the flowerbed.

When purchasing bulbs, you need to pay attention to several important features:

Good bulbs should look dense and be heavy in weight.

The scales should fit tightly and the bulb itself should be smooth to the touch.

There should be no sprouted roots.

You can buy bulbs with roots only if they are immediately planted in the ground.

Types of bulbous plants

Depending on the timing of flowering and maintenance conditions, the following types of bulbous plants are distinguished:

Blooming in early spring: April May

These plants include tulips, anemones, hyacinths, and crocuses. As well as lilies of the valley, muscari and daffodils. (Read the article: “Choosing bulbs for the spring flower bed”)

Blooming in summer

These plants include: decorative onions, buttercups, different varieties of nasturtiums and camassia.

Late bloomers

Colchicums and dahlias close the summer flowering season. These flowers are among the very last to bloom in flower beds and can delight the eye until frost.

Greenhouse plants

Many people know about such a houseplant as cyclamen. This bright flower is a tuberous plant and is intended not only for growing in an apartment, but also in winter gardens. Amaryllis also belongs to the greenhouse flowers of the tuberous and bulbous family. But greenhouse plants are not so popular among average owners of summer cottages. Few people have the opportunity to set up a real winter greenhouse in their home. But these plants are quite suitable as indoor flowers in a single copy and will brighten up winter days.

Storage and “wintering” of bulbs

It is best to store the bulbs in a cool and dry place to prevent them from sprouting prematurely. It is best to plant these flowers immediately after purchase. But many people buy planting material in late summer or winter, when prices for bulbs are significantly lower than in spring.

There are bulbous species that can overwinter under snow and do not need to be dug up, like tulips. Crocuses, daffodils and snowdrops will be quite comfortable if you sprinkle the flowerbed with sawdust and peat for the winter and cover it with spruce branches. To cover these plants, you can also use fallen leaves, which must be added to the flowerbed in a layer of no more than ten centimeters. At the same time, it is necessary to leave the bulbs the opportunity to “breathe”, so the covering material should not be very dense. This protection performs two functions.

Plants will not freeze in the event of a cold and snowless winter if they are covered in time.

If the winter has frequent thaws, the bulbs will not germinate ahead of time and will not die.

And here tuberous begonia and gladioli cannot be left until winter. They can't stand it negative temperatures, so their tubers need to be dug up in October or November and stored, observing the temperature and light conditions.

Flowers such as tulips are usually planted in winter. This method of planting is due to the fact that it is difficult for bulbs to create favorable conditions at home. Of course, you can store them in the refrigerator. To do this, you need to take a small container and fill it with soil and sawdust. Place tulip bulbs into this mixture. They should be stored in the vegetable compartment. But it is better if they spend the winter in their familiar environment.

For begonias, gladioli and dahlias, dark and cool places are also suitable for storing at home.

You can also germinate some bulbous flowers in winter. Delicate hyacinths look very beautiful in early February and March. Their bulbs are specially given the opportunity to germinate in order to get luxurious blooms on the window in the spring.

I hope this article on how to care for bulbous plants will help you in growing them. See you later, friends!

Bulbous plants get their name because of the thickened underground part of the stem - the bulb. Plants accumulate in it useful material and moisture for further growth. If you divide the bulb in half, you can see the rudiments of future leaves. That's why you don't need to just cut off the leaves. The plant has a certain number of leaves, so new ones will not appear in place of the cut ones.

Here are some of the most common representatives of the species:

• Amaryllis. Famous for its large flowers collected in inflorescences. There can be up to 12 flowers on a long stem.
• Hymenocallis. Has flowers unusual shape. It can bloom twice a year, and the flowers remain for a long time.
• Zephyranthis. Very tender light flowers and interesting narrow leaves. Looks vaguely like a crocus.
• Crinum. Blooms from August to September. Inflorescences contain 5-7 large beautiful bells.
• Clivia. Long-lived among bulbous plants. Can live up to 40 years. Large bright orange flowers.
• Eucharis. It blooms from February to March with beautiful white flowers.

All of the plants listed are good in their own way. When choosing, proceed from your personal preferences.

Bulbous are heat-loving flowers. In spring and summer they like to be in bright and warm rooms. Optimal temperature– 20-25°С. They have a dormant period in winter, so temperatures may be lower. The plants are undemanding to the soil. Any soil for flowering plants will do.

A prerequisite is a drainage layer at the bottom of the pot.

It is best to water plants with melt or rain water at room temperature. If you cannot get such water, use regular tap water. It should be left to stand for 24 hours. In the warm season, plants need to be watered regularly, but not too much. During the cold season, watering should be kept to a minimum. Minimal feeding is also needed. It should be applied only during the active growth and flowering phase, once every 2 weeks.

As you can see, care for all bulbous plants is approximately the same. If you master the basics of care on one plant, you will be able to grow other species without any problems in the future.

Bulbous types of flowers are distinguished by decorative flowering and relative ease of care. Their home varieties are not as popular as garden varieties. However, even in a pot you can get high shoots and bright inflorescences.

General features of bulbous flowers

These plants grow from underground shoots that have a characteristic short, flat thickening at the bottom, and form a bulb. The scales of the bulbs are filmy or fleshy, do not have chlorophyll, and therefore are colored creamy. Potted bulbous flowers are usually grown from perennial bulbs. The older the shoots, the more magnificent, more beautiful color and the aroma of the plant is richer.

The natural environment of bulbous crops is a hot, dry climate. In its natural habitat, the plant must have time to develop, form flowers and produce seeds in a favorable period of time - the rainy season. At home growing Each flower has its own algorithm. But it consists of the same stages looped together:

1. A period of intense growth. The pot dweller develops quickly, blooms many buds and fades.
2. Rest period. At this time, the flower needs minimal care and no stress.

Attention! Bulbous flowers bloom consistently every season, often even twice a year.

Tall varieties of bulbous flowers

Hippeastrum is one of the most famous representatives of this class of plants. Its bulb is round and slightly elongated, most often large (diameter about 11 cm). Up to 6 buds are formed on strong bare peduncles. The petals are folded into a funnel shape. Hippeastrum usually blooms in winter or spring. The height of an adult plant can reach 70 cm.

The color and other characteristics of flowers depend on the type of crop. She has about 85 hybrids and varieties. The most popular:

• Graceful - white-lemon or white-green shade of petals;
• Striped - red-lilac stripes on white petals;
• Reticulate - crimson-red buds with dark veins;
• Leopolda - the color of the petals is red at the end and white at the base, large buds (up to 18 cm).

Amaryllis is often confused with hippeastrum. It is distinguished by its pear-shaped bulb (also large) and the ability to bloom only once a season (in autumn). Amaryllis can form up to 12 buds. The flower has one appearance - Beautiful. The color of the petals is pink-red. This flower can live in the same pot with other amaryllis (3-4 pieces each) and is considered a long-living indoor plant.

Eucharis or Amazon lily reaches a height of 50 cm. Reminiscent of daffodil. Blooms from October to January and from March to May. The process can be extended by cutting off wilted buds in time. The flowers are pure white, fragrant, collected in an umbrella.

Attention! Eucharis can be moved to garden plot, planting the bulbs in April to a depth of 25-30 cm.

Hybrid canna is a striking representative of domestic plants up to 1 m high. Buds are formed on each shoot and are painted in bright shades. Vallota is distinguished by a pleasant combination of white and red. The flower shape is an umbrella. This variety does not need to remove faded buds. Cut them off completely only after the flower stalks have completely dried.

Hippeastrum bulbs

Other types of bulbous crops

Popular varieties in this category also include daffodil. The plant is well known to flower growers who are involved in greenhouse farming or growing flowers under open air. Daffodils are low (up to 20 cm), have bare stems and squat, even leaves. Buds may vary depending on the varietal group. common feature- perianths, which consist of 6 cylindrical tubes and bent lobes. One inflorescence consists of 2-6 buds.

Types of narcissus:

• Large-crowned. The petals are pure white or yellowish and may have an orange crown.
• Tubular. White, yellow or white-yellow petals.
• Finely crowned. Feature: 2-color petals, white or yellow perianth.
• Terry. It has a specific bud structure. Color - yellow or snow-white.

Daffodils

The following flowers are also in demand among gardeners:

1. Hyacinth. During flowering, it is abundantly covered with small flowers of different shades (depending on the variety). From the outside it looks like an adorable hat. One bulb forms a single stem. Flowering time is 1-2 weeks.
2. Freesia. On one side of the plant stem, funnel-shaped flowers of delicate structure and shades are formed. Each of the varieties is extremely fragrant.

Planting and caring for indoor bulbous flowers

The technology for growing potted bulbous flowers is simple. The bulb is able to accumulate nutrients and moisture, so the plant can survive unfavorable periods without problems. Description of the main nuances of caring for these flowers:

• They are universal in relation to the ground. Any substrate for flowering crops is suitable for successful cultivation. Just be sure to form a drainage layer at the bottom. Above it - at least 7 cm soil mixture mixed with special fertilizer for bulbous plants.
• Provide your flowers with plenty of light in spring and summer.
• In the warm season, the room temperature should be within +20...+25 °C. During the rest period, it is desirable to be 5-7 °C lower.

• Ideally watering a flower will be provided by slightly warm rainwater or melt water. If there is none, take the usual one from the tap and leave it to brew for 24 hours.
• The frequency of watering in spring and summer is regular, but in small portions. During the dormant period, watering is reduced to a minimum.
• Bulbous plants do not need frequent feeding. Practice applying fertilizers only during the phases of intensive growth and the beginning of flowering (about once every 2 weeks).

The main points of the method of growing different bulbous plants are almost identical. Differences can only be in the frequency of watering and fertilizing. A simple algorithm for caring for crops will help turn your windowsill into a beautiful flower garden.

Bulbous plants: video