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The foliage will die back and the plant will appear to be dead. Place it in a cool (not cold) dark place for two months. After this, bring it back out into the light and resume watering it. The foliage will regrow and you calla lily plant will start to bloom shortly thereafter.
- Do calla lilies bloom more than once?
- How long do potted calla lilies last?
- How do you prune calla lilies after they bloom?
- Do calla lilies grow well in pots?
Do calla lilies bloom more than once?
Many people treat their gift calla lilies as annuals. They receive a potted flower, or buy them for spring decorating, and then toss it when the blooms are done. In truth, though, calla lilies are perennials and you can actually save your potted plant and watch it bloom again next year. Will calla lilies come back?
How long do potted calla lilies last?
Although this container plant can live year-round when in appropriate climates, allow it to die back for about two months each year. This will allow your calla lily flower to rest and come back with better blooms in the next growing season (it may not even bloom in its first year).
How do you prune calla lilies after they bloom?
Your aim is to remove the blossom, as well as to make the plant more attractive. Use a set of garden shears or a pair of scissors to clip the stem off near the base. Make sure none of the bare stem is sticking up through the leaves, but leave a stub of stem near the base of the plant.
Do calla lilies grow well in pots?
Pots for calla lilies should be at least 10-12 inches (25-30 cm.) in diameter and well draining. While calla lilies need consistently moist soil, improper drainage can cause rots and fungal diseases. ... Container grown calla plants are usually watered when the first inch or two of the soil is dry to the touch.
