How to Grow Calla Lilies
Start your calla lilies from tubers or rhizomes., Plant the dormant tubers in 6 to 8-inch (15 to 20 cm) pots a few weeks before the last frost is expected in your area., Place the pots in a sunny window.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Start your calla lilies from tubers or rhizomes.
Although they can be started from seed, it takes a long time and calla lily seeds do not have a high germination rate. -
Step 2: Plant the dormant tubers in 6 to 8-inch (15 to 20 cm) pots a few weeks before the last frost is expected in your area.
If you live in a warm climate or the threat of frost has already passed, you can plant the tubers directly in the garden.
Bury the tubers 3 to 4 inches (7.5 to 10 cm) below the surface of the soil. , Keep the soil moist until the plants begin growing and it is time to put them in the garden or transplant them into larger containers. -
Step 3: Place the pots in a sunny window.
Detailed Guide
Although they can be started from seed, it takes a long time and calla lily seeds do not have a high germination rate.
If you live in a warm climate or the threat of frost has already passed, you can plant the tubers directly in the garden.
Bury the tubers 3 to 4 inches (7.5 to 10 cm) below the surface of the soil. , Keep the soil moist until the plants begin growing and it is time to put them in the garden or transplant them into larger containers.
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