Calla (Zantedeschia) lilies are extraordinary flowers, native to Southern Africa, and are grown from rhizomes. They can be grown in beds, borders, in containers and indoors in a sunny window. Perfect for a cutting garden and beautiful indoors in your nicest vases.
About this Variety
There is no other calla like it. Captain Fuego produces yellow, orangish, pink, apricot blooms with variegated leaves.
Highlights
- Larger bulbs produce more flowers
- Trumpet shaped blooms 2-3" across
- Very popular cut flower, coveted by florists
Exposure:
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Blooms:
Summer
Height:
Grows 18-24" tall
Spacing/Depth:
Plant 18-24" apart, 5" deep
USDA Zones:
Hardy in USDA zones 8-10
Growing Instructions
It is easy to grow callas. They prefer loose well-drained soil, planted in full sun or partial shade in warmer climates. Plant after threat of frost has passed. The 'eyes' or growing points should be facing upwards when planted. Water liberally during the growing season as they should not be dry at any time.
Care Tip
Calla bulbs are only summer hardy, so be prepared to dig them up in fall or treat them as an annual in areas receiving frost in the winter.