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  5. 21 Stunning Amaryllis Varieties to Add a Burst of Winter Color to Your Home

21 Stunning Amaryllis Varieties to Add a Burst of Winter Color to Your Home

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The huge, colorful blooms of amaryllis bulbs are perfect for brightening up your home during the winter months. Around the holidays, vibrant red or even red-and-white ones make festive decorations, but there are lots of other varieties to choose from. Here's a look at some of the most gorgeous amaryllis flowers that offer eye-catching hues, patterns, and shapes.

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Temptation

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$14, WALMART

'Temptation' takes the prize for most intricately patterned flowers among amaryllis varieties. The 7-inch white trumpets are edged in red with crimson streaks and speckles on each petal, and a red throat. The blooms appear to change their color patterns each time you look at them. The flower stems get about two feet tall.

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Dancing Queen

Close up of Dancing Queen Amaryllis
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$24, WHITE FLOWER FARM

'Dancing Queen,' a double amaryllis variety, produces lots of petals that make its flowers look extra full. Double varieties also tend to bloom a little sooner than single amaryllis varieties, so impatient gardeners won't have to wait as long to see the flowers. The multitude of red-and-white-striped petals make for a stunning flower on 2-foot-tall stems.

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Double Dream

Close up of Double Dream Amaryllis
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$30, BRECK'S

Another double amaryllis, the blooms of this gorgeous variety can be as large as 7 inches across atop 18-inch stems. 'Double Dream' has deep pink petals tinged with white at the tips, and resembles an old-fashioned rose or peony when fully open. The romantic petals can fit right in at the holidays, but they also would work equally well for Valentine's Day.

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Monaco

Monaco Amaryllis in white pot sitting in front of window
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$21, WHITE FLOWER FARM

There's no shortage of red amaryllis varieties to choose from, but 'Monaco' is possibly the brightest, most fiery red. The huge, flaming red flowers instantly make a room feel warmer, even on the coldest winter day. A few streaks of white along the petals and a pale yellow-green center provides an eye-catching contrast. 'Monaco' can grow up to 28 inches tall.

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Samba

Close up of Samba Amaryllis bloom
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$40, BRECK'S

No matter how dreary winter gets, one look at stunning 'Samba' will make your day seem brighter. This beautiful amaryllis has bold red flowers with a white star in the center and crisp white petal edges. Each bloom can span 7-8 inches across on 2-foot-tall stems.

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Popov

Popov Amaryllis in white pot on nightstand next to bed
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$30, TARGET

Think of 'Samba' in reverse and you get 'Popov.' Each spectacular bloom has white petals speckled and streaked with rosy red. The candy cane effect makes it a perfect fit for holiday decor. The stems reach about 2 feet tall.

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Exposure

Close up of Exposure Amaryllis
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$13, ETSY

'Exposure' boasts the most vibrant pink petals of just about any amaryllis variety. Each petal has a white stripe down the middle, which looks like a star when viewed from a distance. A chartreuse center gives the whole flower a pretty accent. The blooms get about 10 inches across and stems reach up to 2 feet.

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Fantasy

Fantasy Amaryllis bulb in clear vase on table
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$24, WHITE FLOWER FARM

Add festive spirit to your holiday decor with bold, beautiful 'Fantasy' amaryllis. This eye-catching cultivar has white blooms streaked with red and pink, almost like a candy cane. No two blooms are exactly alike, but each one is stunning. The stems reach about 2 feet tall.

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Stargazer

Stargazer Amaryllis in decorative pot sitting on table in room
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$21, WHITE FLOWER FARM

The distinctive white markings in the middle of this variety's wide, rich red petals make it clear where 'Stargazer' got its name. Each eye-catching amaryllis bloom can get about eight inches across on stems that reach up to 30 inches tall.

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Magic Green

Close up of Magic Green Amaryllis
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FROM $28, ETSY

The blooms of 'Magic Green' have an unusual pale green color tinged with rusty red. This amaryllis variety also has pointed, narrower petals that give it a striking, star-like appearance. Stems reach about 20 inches tall.

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Marilyn

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$15, BRECK'S

Like its Hollywood namesake, 'Marilyn' has a classic beauty. The double blooms are almost pure white, with just a touch of green at the center, atop 18-inch stems. This showy amaryllis will impart elegance to any indoor garden.

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Aphrodite

Aphrodite Amaryllis in container sitting on table
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$24, WHITE FLOWER FARM

This double-flowered amaryllis has large, frilly blooms that are impossible to overlook. The layers of white, ruffled petals would be enough to make 'Aphrodite' stand out, but the reddish streaks and yellowish green center enhance its beauty even more.

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Nagano

Close up of Nagano Amaryllis
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$40, ETSY

The rich reddish orange flowers of 'Nagano', accented with a white stripe and chartreuse throat, add warmth to any room. It's just close enough to red to fit in with holiday decorations, but its deep shade of orange makes it unique from traditional crimson amaryllis. This amaryllis variety also makes a pretty springtime centerpiece. The stems reach about 18 inches tall.

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Picotee

Close up of Picotee Amaryllis
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$17, THE HOME DEPOT

This elegant amaryllis has bright white petals with thin red edges and a greenish center. 'Picotee' grows 20-25 inches tall, making it an impressive centerpiece or cut flower for large bouquets.

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Nymph

Close up of Pink Nymph Amaryllis
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$23, BRECK'S

Double-flowered 'Nymph' varieties always put on a show when they bloom, and they come in several colors and patterns. For example, 'Pink Nymph' (shown here) has spectacular double blooms that feature almost every shade of pink at once. And 'Sunshine Nymph' almost glows with warm, coral-colored petals. Expect stems to reach 18 to 24 inches tall.

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Apple Blossom

Amaryllis 'Appleblossom'
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$18, WALMART

One of the most popular amaryllis varieties, 'Apple Blossom' features soft pink and white flowers. The striking blooms can reach eight inches wide on 26-inch-tall stems.

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Royal Velvet

Close up of Royal Velvet Amaryllis
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$17, THE HOME DEPOT

One of the deepest red amaryllis varieties you can find, 'Royal Velvet' certainly lives up to its regal name. Its crimson petals really do have a velvety, luxurious appearance. It's so spectacular when in bloom that it even received the Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society. Stems reach 24 inches tall.

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Sumatra

Sumatra Amaryllis in decorative pot on dining room table
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$15, ETSY

If you're used to seeing amaryllis flowers with wider petals, 'Sumatra' might make you do a double-take. The reddish orange blooms on 20-inch stems feature pointed, narrow petals that might make you think you're looking at an orchid or other exotic flower instead. This variety is typically smaller than other amaryllis, but it's no less striking.

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La Paz

La Paz Amaryllis on plain background
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$15, HIRT'S GARDENS

Like 'Sumatra', this amaryllis features exotic-looking blooms. 'La Paz' has red-and-green striped petals, perfect for displaying during the holidays. The unusual flowers bloom on 20- to 24-inch tall stems.

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Chico

'Chico' amaryllis Hippeastrum
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$24, PLANTGEM

With its spidery petals and red-and-green color scheme, 'Chico' is sure to attract attention. This amaryllis gets about 24 inches tall, and it makes a striking cut flower, too.

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Susan

Close up of Susan Amaryllis
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$44, HOLLAND BULB FARMS

Wide, rounded, slightly cupped petals give 'Susan' the look of a classic amaryllis flower. This amaryllis variety's soft pink blooms can reach 8-10 inches across with a light green center on 20-inch stems. The pink hue is neither too pale nor too intense, so it's easy to mix and match with just about any decor.

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