Things You'll Need:
- Amaryllis bulbs Pruning shears Shovel Mulch or fallen leaves Fertilizer
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Step 1
Remove the amaryllis plants from the soil, leaving some of the surrounding soil attached to the bulb. The attached soil will provide the bulb with the nourishment it has been accustomed to in its previous location.
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Step 2
Cut the flowers and leaves from the amaryllis stems using a pair of pruning shears. Leave enough of the plant uncut that when you transplant it, some will remain above the soil.
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Step 3
Using a small shovel, dig holes large enough to fully accommodate the bulbs, cover with the soil, and be sure that is a partial stem remaining above the soil level. The bulb should be completely covered with the dirt to fully protect it from winter freezes.
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Step 4
Apply a thick layer of mulch to the amaryllis plants. The mulch will provide an insulating blanket that will help the plant maintain its warmth throughout the winter. If you do not have mulch, fallen leaves will work just as well.
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Step 5
Water the transplanted amaryllis regularly to maintain a healthy moisture level for the plants. Watering in the fall is just as important as watering throughout the spring and summer, especially if the autumn is dry and lacking an adequate amount of rainfall. Watering should be discontinued after the first frost.
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Step 6
Uncover the amaryllis plants in the spring. Allow the sun to warm them and promote spring growth. Maintain a fertilizing and watering regimen throughout the spring and summer months, and your amaryllis plants should blossom and expand in size.
