I have a problem with my calla lilies opening fully.
They likely need more water. Increase your watering. They should be watered at least daily and twice a day if the temps are over 80 F, especially if they're in containers. You can also add some phosphorus, such as bone meal, to the soil.
I planted 3 calla lilies this spring and one died, another is dying, so that leaves a 3rd. The problem is the leaves start to turn brown and then the bulb goes mushy. It is in sun and the drainage is excellent, but this is still happening. Can you please help me as I don't want to lose the 3rd lily too. The leaves on the second lily are just starting to brown, can I still save it?
Thanks
It sounds like they have soft rot. This article will be helpful:
http://web.aces.uiuc.edu/vista/pdf_pubs/943.pdf
Do calla lilies grow seed pods?
Yes, calla lilies do produce seedpods and they can be clipped, dried, and easily propagated. Seedpods appear once the blooms have faded.
I suspect snails or slugs but don't see any trails that would evidence this.
It could still be slugs or snails. Setting out a pan of beer will determine it or not. It could also be rodents. These articles will help too: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/organic-snail-control-how-to-control-garden-snails.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/facts-about-slugs-and-how-to-kill-garden-slugs.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/garden-mouse-control.htm
I have a Serrada calla lily. It has been blooming well, yet the flower should be yellow but remains green and is not opening at all. Plant is healthy otherwise. It is in a container and receives morning sun, afternoon shade.
Calla lilies' flowers normally start out green and will gain color as the flower ages. This is normal. As for the buds not opening fully, they likely need more water. Increase your watering. They should be watered at least daily and twice a day if the temps are over 80 F, especially if they're in containers. You can also add some phosphorus, such as bone meal, to the soil.
When I take my calla lilies out of the ground for the winter, should I cut the leaves down or do they pull out of the bulb?
It is better to leave the foliage so the bulb can produce energy for next year's blooms. This should die back on its own.
I was given a calla lily from a friend and the flower looked as though it was about to bloom. That was 6 wks. ago and the bud is still very tightly closed, what should I do? Any assistance would be appreciated.
October
As for the bud not opening fully, it likely needs more water. Increase your watering. You can also add some phosphorus, such as bone meal, to the soil.