{"product_id":"hippeastrum-in-wax","title":"Hippeastrum in Wax","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe royal waxed amaryllis (hippeastrum) (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003eHippeastrum in Wax\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGet ready to bring absolute botanical magic,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e innovative design, and one of the greatest wonders of the houseplant world into your home or office,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e defying all the traditional rules of gardening - the stunning \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"211\"\u003eWaxed Hippeastrum\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (commonly known as waxed amaryllis)!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This masterpiece of nature and human ingenuity is a real find for those\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e who love flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e but don't want to or can't take care of them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The greatest boast,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e main attraction, and unique calling card of this product is the fact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that a large,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sturdy bulb is completely encased in a luxurious coat of wax (often shimmering in gold,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e silver,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e red, or pastel shades).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Beneath this wax, the bulb contains absolutely all the energy and water reserves it needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to send up a massive flower stalk and bloom with huge,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e regal flowers!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is the most prestigious,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tasteful, and ingenious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"808\"\u003egift\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for busy people,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e office workers, and people with \"black thumbs\",\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e because this plant will bloom and put on a breathtaking show entirely on its own!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCARE INSTRUCTIONS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bright,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e indirect light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003eThis is the only task you have when growing this plant:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e place it in a well-lit spot,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and every couple of days, gently \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"164\"\u003erotate the bulb\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The flower stalk will naturally bend and stretch toward the light (window).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e By rotating the bulb,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e you will ensure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that the stalk grows straight,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e strong, and does not topple under the weight of the flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ABSOLUTELY NONE!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Never,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e under any circumstances, try to water,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e fertilize or soak this bulb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is a closed,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e completely self-contained ecosystem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The wax prevents moisture from evaporating,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the bulb uses its own internal reserves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌡️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eTemperature\/Humidity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It thrives comfortably at normal room temperatures (+20°C to +24°C).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"99\"\u003eImportant tip:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The warmer the place you keep it in,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the faster the flower stalk will grow and bloom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Once the gigantic flowers have opened,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e you can move it to a slightly cooler room (+18°C),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e significantly extending the flowering period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐾 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eKeep away from pets and children:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Amaryllis flower stalks,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e leaves and flowers are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"78\"\u003ehighly toxic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (although the bulb itself is hidden beneath the wax and is not easy to chew).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e They contain lycorine and other alkaloids,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which cause severe vomiting and serious digestive problems in dogs and cats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏠 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eBEST ROOM:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDining tables, office desks, fireplace mantels (away from direct heat) and coffee tables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where this absolutely clean (soil-free) design object will serve as a luxurious festive and spring accent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAny interior style\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as waxed bulbs serve as a modern,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e colorful sculpture in their own right,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e requiring neither a pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e nor a saucer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Bulb encased in wax (delivered without a pot or soil,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e often with a metal spiral built into the bottom for stable tabletop placement).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Expected flowering height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 40–50 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚠️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eA note and a dose of reality about waxed amaryllis:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plants are living organisms,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when purchasing this wonder,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e you need to know the reality – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"140\"\u003ethis is a one-time show!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unlike amaryllis planted in soil,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e which can be kept for years and encouraged to bloom again,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the roots of a waxed bulb are completely removed before the waxing process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This means\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that during flowering, the bulb uses up all its reserves,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and once its magnificent blooms have faded, it can no longer be saved – it must be discarded (it can be safely composted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e after removing the wax).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Think of it as an exceptionally long-lasting bouquet in a vase,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e not a long-term houseplant!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Also,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as the flower grows and uses the bulb’s internal reserves,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the bulb itself will shrink slightly,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and small cracks may appear in the wax coating – this is a completely normal physical 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