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Zantedeschia aethiopica (Calla Lily)

Calla Lily, Arum Lily, African Lily, Altar Lily, Egyptian Lily, Lily of the Nile, Richardia, Trumpet Lily, White Arum Lily, Brosimum aethiopica, Calla aethiopica


Zantedeschia aethiopica (Calla Lily) is a clump-forming herbaceous or semi-evergreen perennial boasting magnificent, large, pure white, trumpet-shaped flowers (spathes) adorned with a yellow finger-like spadix. They stand out against the long-stalked, arrowhead-shaped, dark glossy green leaves. On display for weeks in the garden or patio from late spring to early summer. A favorite of florists thanks to its huge blooms on long strong stems. Winter hardy to USDA Zone 8, this Calla Lily may survive in Zone 7 with protection.

  • Grows up to 2-3 ft. tall (60-90 cm) and 18-24 in. wide (45-60 cm).
  • Performs best in full sun to partial shade in moisture-retentive soil. Thrives in full sun in cool summer areas but prefers part shade in hot summer areas. As a marginal aquatic, plant in loam in baskets in water up to 12 in. deep (30cm).
  • Spectacular effect when planted in drifts through beds and borders, bog gardens, along ponds and streams. Great for containers and exceptional as cut flowers!
  • Deer and rabbit resistant.
  • All parts may cause severe discomfort if ingested. The sap may irritate the skin and eyes.
  • Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
  • Native to Southern Africa

Native to South Africa, Calla Lilies deserve a spot in the garden or at home. Whether used in borders, containers or as cut flowers, they always provide a spectacular effect with their rich, cheerful colors and their breathtaking trumpet-shaped flowers (spathe) surrounding a yellow finger-like stalk (spadix). And they are so easy to grow! With very little work needed, they will burst into bloom and add bright notes of summer color to the garden, or to your pots inside your home.

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Requirements

Hardiness 7 – 10
Heat Zones 4 – 10
Climate Zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2
Plant Type Aquatic Plants, Bulbs, Perennials
Plant Family Zantedeschia - Calla Lilies
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late)
Summer (Early)
Height 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm)
Spread 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm)
Spacing 12" (30cm)
Depth 4" (10cm)
Water Needs High
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moisture Retentive, Poorly Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Showy
Tolerance Clay Soil, Deer, Rabbit, Wet Soil
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Bog Gardens, Patio and Containers, Ponds and Streams, Water Gardens
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage

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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.


Requirements

Hardiness 7 – 10
Heat Zones 4 – 10
Climate Zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2
Plant Type Aquatic Plants, Bulbs, Perennials
Plant Family Zantedeschia - Calla Lilies
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late)
Summer (Early)
Height 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm)
Spread 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm)
Spacing 12" (30cm)
Depth 4" (10cm)
Water Needs High
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moisture Retentive, Poorly Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Showy
Tolerance Clay Soil, Deer, Rabbit, Wet Soil
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Bog Gardens, Patio and Containers, Ponds and Streams, Water Gardens
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage

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