Deadheading your amaryllis after blooming is an important step for the plant’s long-term health and future performance. Once the flowers fade, remove the spent bloom stalks by cutting them off just above the bulb with clean, sharp scissors. This prevents the plant from directing energy into seed production, which zaps energy from the bulb. By deadheading, that energy is redirected back into the bulb, helping it rebuild its nutrient reserves and strengthen for next year’s bloom cycle. Proper dead

Amaryllis all done putting on its show for the season? Time to cut it back! Once your amaryllis has finished blooming, proper care allows the bulb to rebloom year after year. Cut off faded flowers to prevent seed formation, then remove the flower stalk—do not cut the leaves, as they produce energy through photosynthesis to replenish the bulb. Place the plant in a bright, sunny window and water regularly while fertilizing monthly with a balanced houseplant formula. In late spring, move it outdoor