Gardenuity® Merlot Wax-Dipped Amaryllis Bulb

Carefree white blooms wrapped in rich merlot wax

This Christmas Gift variety produces crisp white flowers from a bulb dipped in autumn-inspired merlot wax. It needs no soil, watering, or routine care while blooming, making it an easy holiday gift or a striking centerpiece. The collection is available in six wax color options to complement different seasonal displays.

After the final flowers fade, remove the wax and plant the bulb in a container, garden bed, or patio planting. Its fresh green foliage adds texture while replenishing the bulb for future blooms. Grow it outdoors year-round only in frost-free climates; in colder areas, keep it in a container that can be moved indoors.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Plant or repot within 4 weeks of arrival. While the bulb is waxed and on display, no planting is needed. After flowering, carefully remove the wax and plant with the upper third of the bulb above well-drained soil. Choose full sun to partial shade outdoors, or bright indirect light indoors.

2. Watering: Do not water the waxed bulb. After planting, water lightly and allow the top inch of soil to dry before watering again. Avoid leaving the bulb in soggy soil.

3. Pruning: Remove faded flowers and cut the flower stalk near its base after blooming. Keep the green leaves intact until they yellow naturally, as they help restore energy to the bulb.

4. Fertilizing: No fertilizer is needed while the bulb is waxed. Once planted and actively growing, apply a balanced bulb or houseplant fertilizer monthly at half strength.