What do you do with a waxed amaryllis after it is done flowering? Waxed bulbs are intended to be thrown away when they are done blooming, just like a cut flower in a vase. There is no mess of potting soil, no watering or any other care; just enjoy the flowers and then toss it out. You are reading this article because you could never do that. You want to know how to get it to bloom again next year.
In nature, these bulbs go dormant during the dry season. They then start growing some roots before sending up one or more flower stalks. The flowers may produce seeds as the photosynthetic leaves start growing and the wet season takes over.
