A few years ago, when running a box kit feature, I ran into a ‘Minerva’ impostor situation that was nearly undetectable. Bulbs that are not in peak condition, well-rooted, and grown in ideal warmth and light can exhibit wildly variable …
Sorry to start the new year on an off note. Such are the demands of a chronicler’s website. As the minor tragedies unfold, it is imperative that the information be shared, right? One of the vagaries of amaryllis supply is the …
OK, first, the stats: Cost: US $6.00 (on sale, regular price $7.99) Date purchased: October 24, 2014 Date planted: October 26, 2014 Bulb size, in circumference: measured 28.5 cm, claim on box 26-28 cm Pot size: 5″/13 cm Bulb origin: …
This looks like a banner year. A banner year for new offerings certainly, but unfortunately for mislabeled bulbs as well. Witness the latest triad of major mistaken identities. Above is what was purchased as the elusive ‘Grand Cru.’ …
At this point, only a few amaryllis have bloomed in early December, and ¾ are mislabeled. In this case, A Florida company was the only source I found for a new (2013) Hadeco single red called ‘Ruby Gem’. Naturally, I …
