Scaffolding
Shortly after being photographed, the amaryllis fell over. Scaffolding was erected hastily. Earth was added to the pot and it looks much happier now.
Meanwhile, the sitting room bulb continues to push forth its green shoots. The one in the conservatory is far behind.
Why would the stalk collapse before the flower had finished blooming? It's nature.
ReplyDeleteIt was top heavy and overbalanced,
ReplyDeleteAmaryllis can be quite top heavy plants. I'm glad you managed to take some good photos before you had to resort to a bit of extra support with the scaffolding. Beautiful colour.
ReplyDeleteIt is very pleasing and falling over didn't harm it, fortunately.
DeleteReally stunning, I love these blooms, I often have to prop them up, I also turn them often to keep the stem upright.
ReplyDeleteI suppose, in their natural habitat, they instinctively turn towards the light and so remain straight.
DeleteIt is so beautiful. I'm glad that you found it before it wilted and were able to get it nursed back into standing position.
ReplyDeleteDespite the sturdy stem, the flowers are too heavy and need support.
DeleteGorgeous photographs against the curtain. Stunning.
ReplyDeleteWe were pleased, too. Thank you.
DeleteHi Janice - they are beautiful, but do need propping up as you've done... wonderful to see - cheers Hilary
ReplyDeleteI wonder if you saw them growing in South Africa, Hilary?
DeleteIt’s very beautiful
ReplyDeleteAlison in Devon x
It's been lovely watching it slowly developing.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Sorry it fell over I forgot it does that.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous color!!
ReplyDeleteGlorious colour.. worth waiting for.
ReplyDeleteWow, beautiful
ReplyDeleteI saw what was about to happen to mine and hastily found some heavy china pots to put their flowerpots in.
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