Amaryllis Sizzles for the Holidays

Here is information on how to take care of the flower from an article in the Waterloo Courier.  When the blooms appear, move the pot away from direct sunlight and cold or warm air registers to make the flowers last.  Preservation:  1. When blooms are spent, cut back flower stems but leave strappy green foliage in place. 2. Keep it in bright light -even outdoors in summer months-and watered so soil is moist, not wet. 3. Continue feeding until August. 4. Bring it indoors before frost and place it in a cool place with indirect but bright light.5. Leaves will naturally yellow and drop. freshen the potting soil and water well. Water sparingly until new growth appears, then begin feeding and watering as needed. Place the pot in bright, sunny and warm place.