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Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily

Amaryllis Belladonna

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Overview

The Amaryllis belladonna, commonly called Naked Lady or Belladonna Lily, is a perennial bulbous plant. It features fragrant pink trumpet-shaped flowers on leafless stems, reaching up to 24 inches tall. The strap-like leaves emerge in late winter. This plant thrives in U.S. zones 7-10, prefers well-drained soil, and full sun exposure. Its late-summer bloom offers a striking display ideal for mixed borders. Poisonous if ingested; handle with care.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Very LowZones 9–10Climate Mediterranean

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Amaryllidaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — This plant thrives in U.S
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — The Amaryllis belladonna, commonly called Naked Lady or Belladonna Lily, is a perennial bulbous plant
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — zones 7-10, prefers well-drained soil, and full sun exposure
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — Its late-summer bloom offers a striking display ideal for mixed borders
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — It features fragrant pink trumpet-shaped flowers on leafless stems, reaching up to 24 inches tall
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — The strap-like leaves emerge in late winter
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — Poisonous if ingested; handle with care
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — commonly referred to as the Naked Lady or the Belladonna Lily
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — is a perennial flowering plant native to South Africa
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — This striking species is particularly noted for its vibrant pink blooms and distinctive growth pattern
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — the Belladonna Lily prefers warm
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — each bloom measuring approximately 4 to 6 inches in diameter.<br><br>Blossoming in late summer to early
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — pale pink to a more intense magenta
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — which can reach a height of 18 to 24 inches
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — The flowers themselves are trumpet-shaped
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — It is vital to ensure that the upper part of the bulb is slightly exposed above the soil surface
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — with each bulb being set 8 to 12 inches apart and at a depth of 5 to 6 inches
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — This plant is drought-tolerant once established
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — sunny locations and well-draining soil
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — making it an excellent choice for borders
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — or as a stand-alone specimen
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — one can expect a dramatic and colorful display that will captivate onlookers and provide an elegant
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — Mediterranean feel to the setting
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis Belladonna) — multi-colored and pink flowers in the garden

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