Calla Lily Flower Bulb set of 2|Calla Lily Bulbs for Sale

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CALLA LILY CARE & PLANTING
How to plant: Calla lilies grow from dense rhizomes, and can be grown outdoors as a garden specimen, in containers, or indoors as a houseplant. If planting outside, wait until all danger of frost is past in your area. When growing calla lilies, choose a site with full sun to partial shade and rich, well-draining soil. Provide afternoon shade in hotter climates. Follow these steps, placing plants 1 foot apart.

Loosen soil in the planting area to improve drainage.
Gently remove potted plants from the nursery container.
Dig a hole slightly wider and deeper than the root ball.
Place in the hole so the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
Fill in the hole with soil, tamp down lightly to remove air pockets, and water well.
Keep plants watered regularly until established.
If planting rhizomes in the ground or containers, wait until all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed up. Plant the rhizomes 1.5 to 2 inches deep with the growing tips facing upwards. Water sparingly until plants begin showing leaf growth. Make sure containers have adequate drainage holes to prevent root rot.

Soil: Grow callas in rich, well-drained soils. For containers, use a high-quality, all-purpose potting mix that drains well.

Watering: When caring for calla lilies, keep soil evenly moist but not soggy to prevent root rot. Don’t allow plants to dry out completely. Container plants will dry out more quickly than those in the ground.

Fertilizing: Apply a slow-release granular fertilizer in spring at the time of planting. Avoid using a fertilizer with a high nitrogen content, which will promote foliage at the expense of flowers. Plants in containers will benefit from regular feeding, as nutrients leach out more quickly. Use a water-soluble fertilizer once or twice a month through the growing season according to package instructions.

Mulching: Calla lily plants in the ground will benefit from a layer of organic material placed around the base. This will help suppress weeds, retain moisture, and provide a steady source of nutrients throughout the growing season.

Pruning: Pull off (don’t cut) spent calla lily flower heads to promote new blooms and lush growth. Remove any dead or damaged foliage as needed to improve plant appearance. As the weather cools in fall, plants will begin to die back naturally, resulting in yellow or brown foliage. Allow foliage to die back as much as possible before bringing plants indoors for winter.

Overwintering: In regions colder than USDA zone 8, calla lilies can be grown as an annual, or rhizomes can be dug up and overwintered indoors to replant the following spring. Before the first hard frost, cut off foliage and lift rhizomes from the ground. Place rhizomes in a box with peat moss or sawdust, and store in a cool, dark place with temperatures around 50 degrees F. Keep rhizomes slightly damp by misting occasionally, and don’t allow them to dry out completely. Container plants can be left in pots and allowed to go dormant in a cool room such as a basement or unheated garage