12 - Friday, January 13, 1989 - North Shore News Dutch Amaryillis THE BULB is huge — at least 24 cm (10 in.) in circumference. One, two, three, or more massive flower stalks grow from it, crowned by dramatic, trumpet-shaped flowers in any of a rainbow of colors. This luxuriant, exotic house plant is the so-called Dutch Amaryllis whose proper name is Hippeastrum. However, the real Amaryllis is Amaryllis_ belladonna, sometimes called -the belladonna (i.e ‘*Beautiful lady’’) lily. The confu- sion began a long time ago when Hippeastrum was classed among the genus Amaryllis. In fact, that has become its popular name. Nevertheless, there Linda Goodsell will be happy to answer your questions. Call her at 986-6222 It starts with the engagement ring and progresses through dresses and flowers, cake bakers, food ‘caterers and invita- tion printers right up to the honeymoon. If your business plays an important part in the perfect wedding be sure to place your ad in our special section of the classifieds in each Sundays issue. Beginning January 15th are many differences between the two genera. Hippeastrum originates in South America, particularly from Brazil, Peru and Chile, and there are about 75 species. Today's hybrids owe their existence to so many cross-breedings that it is not possi- ble any longer to trace exactly which ones make up their family tree. Dutch Amaryllis, to use its common name, blooms in winter and early spring, with several flowers per stem. It has a tall (about 60 cm), hollow stem, brown-black seeds and is extremely easy to grow as a house plant anywhere in Canada. Its bulbs, however, require great Tr VOREE OF HORT AND BEST VANCOUVER BUNDAY - WEONESOAY > FRIDAY is really a Hippeastrum Precision to cultivate; thet is, to produce new bulbs. Dutch exper- tise guarantees that the bulbs of- fered commercially are of superior quality. Also, storage methods today are so good that Dutch Amaryllis bulbs can be offered on the market from September to March. They are available in various sizes with the larger ones generally being more expensive. However, the bigger the bulb, the more flower stalks and greater number of larger flowers it will produce. . Amaryilis, on the other hand, is native to South Africa and has on- ly one species, A. belladonna. This plant has a solid flower stalk, green seeds and is extremely dif- ficult to grow. Its pink flowers — often 12 per 50-60 cm tall stem — do not appear until autumn, after the leaves have died. Hippeastrum are generally available everywhere in Canada now. For a continuous show of this Dutch Amaryllis, poi one up every two weeks. Within six weeks the first bulb will produce from two to six big, beld flowers on each stem. Some of the best known cultivars are ‘Apple Blossom,’ ‘Minerva’ and ‘Orange Sovereign." After flowering, with just a little care, Hippeastrum can be preserv- ed for many more years of bloom. ANNOUNCING AN EMPTY PROMISE ABOUT SAVING | MONEY ON FURNITURE. ’ Because of high rent, we've closed and emptied our Granville Street store. And moved its entire stock of genuine antique and reproduction furniture to our East 8th and Maple Ridge locations — over $400,000 worth. Now we're clearing it at prices close to or below cost. Which means during the next couple of weeks, you can ‘get incredible bargains on china cabinets, desks, bookcases, antique clocks, solid oak dining room tables and chairs, bedroom furniture and much more. All typical of the gorgeous stuff we seil at Royal City. Many of the items are floor samples, so stock is limited. And there may be slight imperfections. Still, if you're looking for fulfilling deals in classic furniture, this is one sale you won't be leaving empty- handed. THE ROYAL CITY GRANVILLE ST. $400,000 CLOSEOUT SALE — ALL STOCK MOVED TO OUR EAST 8TH AND MAPLE RIDGE LOCATIONS. Vancouver: = 275 East 8th Ave. 873-4267 : Main Street: 4428 Main St. 873-4623 atid Fine Furnishiggs ltd: . Lynn Valley Centre: North Vancouver 988-0243 Richmoad Centre: 217-6253 No.3 Rd. Roval City Antiques: ~~ |e Maple Ridge: 22653 Dewdney Trunk Road 463-4955