Our hand-painted waxed amaryllis bulbs are a limited-edition holiday capsule inspired by the 12 Days of Christmas. There’s a theory that every gift in this classic song is actually a bird (Forbes digs into it here), and this series plays on that idea. Each bulb is painted by hand with an original design representing one day of the song, turning a holiday mainstay into a masterpiece of its own.

How it works

Waxed amaryllis may be the easiest holiday flower there is. The wax seals in everything the bulb needs, so there’s nothing to water, pot, or fuss over. Simply set it in a bright room, give it a turn now and then so the stem grows straight, and in a few weeks you’ll have big, dramatic amaryllis blooms, often followed by a second show.

After the Blooms

Once it’s done blooming, gently peel off the wax and pot the bulb in well-draining soil. In zones 7–10, it can move to the garden after your last frost and come back year after year. In zone 6 and colder, pot it up: it can summer outdoors, then come inside before the first frost.

One of a Kind

Because every bulb is painted by hand in small batches, each one is a little different. Bloom colors vary, and so do the bulbs themselves. The wax follows each bulb’s natural shape, so small dents, uneven spots, or a peek of bulb scale are all part of the charm.

Please Note

These are living, perishable plants. Open your box as soon as it arrives and bring the bulbs inside. We can’t be responsible for bulbs left unopened or exposed to freezing temperatures after delivery. A care card is included with every order.

Coming Back Soon

These sold out quickly last year. Stay tuned for a restock, and add your name to the waitlist to be the first to know when more are ready.