Hi, Jenn, Do not cut off the leaves. Grow the amaryllis as a foliage plant through the spring and summer until the leaves turn yellow. Then store the potted bulb on its side in a cool, dark room or basement to rest for 8 to 10 weeks. To induce flowering in time for Christmas, bring the plant into a warm, sunny location and resume watering around in early to mid-November. If you want to, repot it at this time. See guidance on that step above.
Hi, Jenn, Do not cut off the leaves. Grow the amaryllis as a foliage plant through the spring and summer until the leaves turn yellow. Then store the potted bulb on its side in a cool, dark room or basement to rest for 8 to 10 weeks.