Calla Lily

How do I dig up a calla lily without hurting the bulbs? Didn’t flower much last year, maybe the bulbs are too deep.

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 04/20/2014 @ 10:58 am

They may simply need more phosphorus in the soil, which promotes blooming. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/phosphorus-plant-growth.htm ^[1], https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/make-calla-lily-bloom.htm ^[2] If you decide to replant them, just dig up the clumps and gently separate the rhizomes. Then replant them at the appropriate depth. For additional information, this article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/growing-calla-lilies-and-care-of-calla-lilies.htm ^[3]

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