Hippeastrum ‘Spartacus’ Bulbs

Hippeastrum ‘Spartacus’ produces large red and white trumpet-shaped flowers, up to 20cm across. Grow it indoors in a pot for a striking winter display.

Each bulb sends up tall green stems carrying 4–6 flowers. Place the pot in a bright indoor spot, such as a windowsill, conservatory, or greenhouse, to enjoy multiple blooms at once.

Do you want a bold indoor display in winter? Hippeastrum ‘Spartacus’ provides multiple large flowers per stem with minimal effort.

Key Features

• Botanical name: Hippeastrum ‘Spartacus’
• Common names: Amaryllis
• Plant type: Bulbous perennial
• Flower colour: Red and white
• Flower diameter: 20cm
• Flowering period: Winter
• Position: Bright indoor location
• Soil: Nutrient-rich, well-draining compost
• Height: Up to 80cm
• Spread: Up to 45cm

Benefits for UK Wildlife

• Flowers may provide pollen for insects if pots are placed outdoors during warm weather.
• Extends the flowering period for indoor-to-outdoor container gardens.
• Pairs well with other winter-flowering bulbs to maintain garden colour and pollinator support.

Planting Tips

• Plant bulbs in spring in a pot slightly wider than the bulb.
• Use nutrient-rich, well-drained compost.
• Place the top half of the bulb above the soil.
• Provide bright light indoors.
• Water lightly until new shoots appear.
• Feed regularly with liquid fertiliser while growing, except when in flower.
• Turn the pot occasionally to keep stems upright.
• Allow leaves to grow after flowering to strengthen the bulb for next season.

Grow Hippeastrum ‘Spartacus’ where you can see each flower clearly. A single bulb produces multiple tall stems with several large blooms, creating a bold winter indoor display.