How do I get a waxed amaryllis to bloom?

Set it in a bright, room-temperature spot and leave the wax alone. The bulb has enough stored moisture and food to flower without soil or water.

Will it bloom again after the flowers fade?

Usually not as sold. The wax seals the bulb, so most people treat it as a one-time bloom and discard it after flowering.

Expect blooms in about 4 to 6 weeks. Stems grow to roughly 12 to 24 inches, so give it headroom.

No. The wax coating keeps the bulb from drying out, and adding water can cause rot.

The wax shade can vary. The flower itself is pink.

One waxed amaryllis bulb, 30 to 32 cm, ready to grow. No pot or soil is included.

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