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Calla Lily

Zantedeschia Aethiopica

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Overview

The Calla Lily (Zantedeschia aethiopica) is an eye-catching perennial showcasing elegant, trumpet-shaped white spathes that enclose yellow spadices. Thriving in USDA Zones 8-10, it prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial sun. Typically reaching 2-3 feet in height, with foliage spreading up to 1-2 feet, this exquisite plant adds a sophisticated touch to any water garden or floral border. Note: All parts are toxic if ingested.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater HighZones 10–10Type Perennial
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — rhizomatous plant that adds a touch of elegance and sculptural beauty to any landscape design; traditionally, image 101

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
High
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Araceae

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Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — scientifically known as Zantedeschia aethiopica; note: All parts are toxic if ingested
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — white flowers in the garden; this exquisite plant adds a sophisticated touch to any water garden or floral, image 67
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — scientifically known as Zantedeschia aethiopica; note: All parts are toxic if ingested, image 100
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — the Calla Lily thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 10; with foliage spreading up to 1-2 feet, image 80
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — The Calla Lily (Zantedeschia aethiopica) is an eye-catching perennial showcasing elegant
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — traditionally a crisp white
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — traditionally a crisp white; thriving in USDA Zones 8-10, it prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial sun
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — This plant is not only visually stunning but is also low maintenance, requiring minimal pruning; scientifically known as
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — the Calla Lily thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 10; with foliage spreading up to 1-2 feet
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — this exquisite plant adds a sophisticated touch to any water garden or floral border; blooming primarily in, image 75
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — trumpet-shaped white spathes that enclose yellow spadices; the Calla Lily thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8, image 94
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — rhizomatous plant that adds a touch of elegance and sculptural beauty to any landscape design; traditionally a crisp
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — trumpet-shaped white spathes that enclose yellow spadices; the Calla Lily thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8, image 71
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — with foliage spreading up to 1-2 feet; rhizomatous plant that adds a touch of elegance and sculptural beauty, image 74
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — this graceful plant is cherished for its lush foliage and iconic; white flowers in the garden, image 79
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — trumpet-shaped white spathes that enclose yellow spadices; the Calla Lily thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8, image 48
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — this exquisite plant adds a sophisticated touch to any water garden or floral border
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — white flowers in the garden; this exquisite plant adds a sophisticated touch to any water garden or floral, image 90
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — this graceful plant is cherished for its lush foliage and iconic; white flowers in the garden, image 56
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — Thriving in USDA Zones 8-10, it prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial sun; this plant is not only, image 95
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — with foliage spreading up to 1-2 feet
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — It prefers full sun to partial shade and consistently moist, well-drained soil, rich in organic matter
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — with foliage spreading up to 1-2 feet; rhizomatous plant that adds a touch of elegance and sculptural beauty to any
Calla Lily (Zantedeschia Aethiopica) — Thriving in USDA Zones 8-10, it prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial sun
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