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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    July 24, 2012
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    This is the seedpod, which should be left to ripen on the plant before collecting for seed propagation or you may cut it off.

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    Heather on
    August 13, 2012
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    This is a condition called a fused blossom or fasciated blossoms. It is kind of like the siamese twins of the plant world. It can be cause by several things - from bacteria to just plain mutation. In most cases, while the flowers look odd, it is not harmful to the plant.

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    Nikki on
    August 6, 2012
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    You may cut the flower stalk to the ground but leave the foliage for next year's blooms. Also, if your plant has happily returned each year without any issues, then simply leave it and continue care as usual.

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    Nikki on
    August 11, 2012
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    In order for the plant to rebloom, it must go through dormancy. This article should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/make-calla-lily-bloom.htm

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    Nikki on
    August 13, 2012
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    If the climate is very hot and very sunny, you might consider planting the calla lily in light afternoon shade or you can provide some shade during the hottest part of the day with a shade cover. For those in pots, you can simply move them to an ideal location as needed.

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    Nikki on
    August 14, 2012
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    It sounds as if they are getting ready to produce seed pods. As the pods mature, their weight will naturally bend the stem to the ground. Eventually, they will begin to turn yellow and become mushy, indicating they are ripe. At this point, you can harvest the pods for propagating additional plants. Otherwise, you can simply cut them off once they appear or cut the spent blooms just prior to their development.

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