Dancing Queen Dutch Amaryllis is a forcing bulb that brings theatrical winter cheer indoors with dramatic, ruffled double blooms striped in coral-red against creamy white petals. This cultivar thrives in full sun and reaches 18 to 36 inches tall, blooming in just 8 to 12 days after forcing. Hardy in zone 9, it's one of the easiest amaryllis varieties to coax into bloom during winter's darkest months, typically flowering after the holidays and extending color right into early spring.
Full Sun
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9-9
36in H x ?in W
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Moderate
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The extravagant ruffled petals of Dancing Queen create a layered, almost ball-gown quality that sets it apart from single-bloom amaryllis varieties. Coral-red stripes dance across pure white petals, creating a striking bicolor effect that feels both elegant and playful. Most bulbs won't flower until after the winter holidays, making this an ideal choice for extending indoor cheer through the monochromatic months and into early spring. The remarkably fast forcing time of 8 to 12 days means you can have blooms on your windowsill in just over a week.
Forcing bulbs are grown indoors for winter and early spring blooms, bringing color to homes during the coldest months when outdoor gardens are dormant. The tall stems and dramatic double flowers make Dancing Queen excellent for cutting fresh arrangements that brighten indoor spaces. Many gardeners also keep forced amaryllis as long-term houseplants, watering and feeding them to reflower in subsequent seasons.
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Plant your amaryllis bulb indoors in a pot with drainage holes, positioning it so the top third sits above the soil surface. Place in a warm location around 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Your first blooms will arrive in just 8 to 12 days, making this an exceptionally fast forcing bulb. Most bulbs won't flower until after the winter holidays, so time your planting accordingly if you want blooms for a specific date.
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