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calla lily

calla lily

Zantedeschia aethiopica

perennialβ›… part shadeπŸ’§πŸ’§πŸ’§ high waterZone 8a – Zone 11b

Calla lily is an elegant perennial with striking white spathe flowers and dark green arrow-shaped foliage. It thrives in consistently moist soil and prefers partial shade, making it ideal for water gardens or boggy areas.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
2–3β€² tall Γ— 1–2β€² wide
Dormancy
semi-evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 8aZone 11b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 8a to Zone 11b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Herb

Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.

Native Range

South Africa

Function & Care

wildlife benefit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
moderate
Propagation
division, tuber

Notable Cultivars

Crowborough is the hardiest selection, surviving to Zone 7 in well-mulched conditions. Green Goddess features distinctive green-flushed spathes that distinguish it from the pure white of the species type.