How to tend a Zantedeschia elliottiana

Also known as: Richardia aurata Mottet, Richardia elliottiana (H.Knight) W.Watson, Richardia rossii Chalwin, Calla elliottiana (W.Watson) W.Watson, Calla elliottiana H.Knight

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil dries, spray water in the air when relative humidity lower than 30%

Sunlight

Put in sunny places, but avoid strong sunlight at noon, less flowers with less sunlight

Soil

Peat and perlite mixed

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly, except in summer

Pruning

After flowers fade put in a shaded place, when leaves turn yellow, remove the withered part on the ground, leave tubers for germination next year

About this plant

Origin
Holland
Category
Araceae, Zantedeschia
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height 16-20 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period November-May, viewing period 1-2 months
Flower colors
Bract pure white, pink, yellow, purple red, orange, emerald green, or in mixture
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