Basic Wax Instructions
- Soak Amaryllis bulb in lukewarm water for 4-8 hours.
- Cut off the roots, including the basal plate.
- Let the bulb dry for a few hours.
- Melt wax (I used old candle stubs but if you don’t have those use some paraffin wax) over low heat.
- Paint or dip the wax on the Amaryllis bulbs from the neck down covering the sides and base.
- Decorate your bulb as you wish
- Place the bulbs in a warm area of the house to encourage growth.
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Easy Indoor Species to Force Grow for Beginners:
Average bloom times listed below. Check your plant tags for specific timing and instructions:
| Bulb | Weeks of Pre-chilling | Weeks to Bloom after Pre-chilling and Planting | Total Weeks |
| Crocus | 15 | 2-3 | 17-18 |
| Hyacinth | 12-15 | 2-3 | 14-18 |
| Muscari | 13-15 | 2-3 | 15-18 |
| Mini Daffodil | 15-17 | 2-3 | 17-20 |
| No-Chill Bulbs | Weeks to Bloom |
| Paper Whites | 3-5 |
| Amaryllis | Timing varies check your tag |
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