Protect fragile plants during winter

Garden Talk

With Cynthia Domenghini 

Prior to the first frost bring the amaryllis inside and place it in a dark location. Stop watering it and when the leaves dry cut them off just above the bulb. Allow the bulb to rest for eight to twelve weeks with no water. When new growth appears or when you are ready to force the bloom, relocate the bulb to a sunny window and begin watering and fertilizing regularly.…