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Zantedeschia aethiopica

Species

Also called arum lily, calla lily, white arum lily, common arum lily

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Zantedeschia aethiopica
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Typeperennial

“Zantedeschia aethiopica, commonly known as calla lily or arum lily, is a rhizomatous perennial” — How to germinate Zantedeschia aethiopica — Quinta dos Ouriques University

Germination temperature70–75 °F

“Requires warm temperatures (70-75°F optimal)” — How to germinate Zantedeschia aethiopica — Quinta dos Ouriques University

Lightfull sun or partial shade

“Zantedeschia aethiopica plants grow best in full sun or partial shade” — Zantedeschia Aethiopica Bulbs: Planting, Growing, and Care Guide - Arum Lily Bulbs

Waterregularly, especially during the growing season

“Water your Zantedeschia aethiopica plants regularly, especially during the growing season” — Zantedeschia Aethiopica Bulbs: Planting, Growing, and Care Guide - Arum Lily Bulbs

Soil pH5.75–6.5

“The soil should have a pH of 6.0-6.5” — Zantedeschia Aethiopica Bulbs: Planting, Growing, and Care Guide - Arum Lily Bulbs

Hardiness zones8-11

“Zantedeschia aethiopica plants are hardy in USDA hardiness zones 8-11” — Zantedeschia Aethiopica Bulbs: Planting, Growing, and Care Guide - Arum Lily Bulbs

Spacing6–8 in

“Plant the bulbs 4-6 inches deep and 6-8 inches apart” — Zantedeschia Aethiopica Bulbs: Planting, Growing, and Care Guide - Arum Lily Bulbs

Propagationseed

“While typically propagated from rhizomes, it can also be grown from seed with proper conditions” — How to germinate Zantedeschia aethiopica — Quinta dos Ouriques University

Start indoors6–8 weeks before last frost

“In colder climates, it is recommended to start the bulbs indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date” — Zantedeschia Aethiopica Bulbs: Planting, Growing, and Care Guide - Arum Lily Bulbs

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