The large white waxy flowers of calla lilies, also known as calla lilies, are often seen by florists in their native South Africa almost as a weed. They are actually perennials in zones 8, 9 and 10, but because they are not frost tolerant, they are grown as annuals in other parts of the United States. Every spring, gardeners across the country can enjoy the green foliage and bright flowers of summer by planting tubers.
Although calla lilies are not actively involved in ornamental floriculture, some cultivars have been developed not so long ago. Now we will analyze the most popular.A blooming variety, very decorative - the petals on the flower reach 15 cm, the outside is yellow-green and the inside is pure yellow.The heart has white spots on the leaves. Good lighting and regular watering are important during this time.
Most popular varieties:
"Yellow Corner" has green leaves covered in linen flower bedspreads and yellow specks.
"Vermeer" is distinguished by a wavy veil near the flower, which is cold white on the outside, and lilac-cherry, shimmering dark purple on the inside. The foliage is dark green with white spots.
"Black-Eyed Beauty" has a pale beige bedspread with a hint of pale yellow, spotted foliage.
The most common type of calla. The underground part is a rhizome, unlike other types of callas, which contain a bulb.
It has dense and elastic leaves, one leaf can grow up to 45 cm in length. A stem with a single flower can be wiped more than 1 m above the ground. The flower is white in the form of a funnel, which opens to the yellow ear.
Popular varieties of Ethiopian calla lilies:
Nikolai - flower stems can be up to half a meter high, and the leaves are arrow-shaped on long dark green cuttings. The inflorescence is green and reaches 8-12 cm in diameter.
Pearl - Suitable for growing like pottery up to half a meter
Schön Zwebruckerin in peduncle up to 1 m long, in light heart-shaped leaves, covered with flowers in a dark green shade, reaching a diameter of 10-15 cm.
The green goddess of the majestic plants is distinguished not only by the green color of the leaves, but the flowers themselves can reach a height of 90 cm.
It grows to 70 cm tall and has bright pink or red and fairly narrow green leaves.
Calla lilies are a beautiful addition to any garden, but you can also grow them as houseplants. People love these perennials because the waxy and trumpet-shaped flowers come in a variety of colors, because the blooms can last for weeks, and they are easy to maintain. However, it is best to grow calla lilies with bulbs, as the seeds can take a long time to germinate. Native to South Africa, calla lilies are tropical plants, so while you can keep them outside in the summer, you should take steps to prepare them for winter in colder climates.
For maximum enjoyment, start outside 8 weeks before hot weather. Plant large tubers in peat or other organic material in soil and grow them at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Keep it evenly moist and fertilize weekly with a water-soluble fertilizer. Plant in soil with a high organic matter content that retains moisture. Apply slow-release compost before planting. Grow in full sun for maximum growth. In autumn, before frost, and dry leaves and rhizomes. Store in a frost-free place until spring.