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- Q.Leaving Calla Lily In Ground - I live in Utah, north of Salt Lake. Can I leave my calla lily in the ground through winter? I ...
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lilia_kennedy on
April 21, 2015
lewiston idahoQ.calla lilies turning yellow
I just bought some calla lilies and planted them with Miracle Grow potting soil and the leaves are turning yellow and they have been planted about a week. Can you tell me what's wrong?
Answered by
shelley on
April 21, 2015
Certified ExpertA.Yellowing leaves can mean that the plant is overwatered, underwatered or not getting enough light. Calla lilies like moist soil, so when the top of the soil starts to feel that it is drying out, you should water it. This article discusses why calla lilies get yellow leaves:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/yellow-calla-lily-leaves.htmYour plant, however, may be experiencing transplant shock. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/learn-how-to-avoid-and-repair-transplant-shock-in-plants.htmWas this answer useful?00
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- Asked by
klbutcher1 on
April 29, 2015
FloridaQ.Calla lilies drooping over
I have calla lilies and the flowers do not stand up. They droop over. What is wrong with them? They do not stand up like when I bought them.
- Answered by
shelley on
April 29, 2015
Certified ExpertA.This article will help you:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/drooping-calla-lilies.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
simmonselwin on
May 1, 2015
Seattle wa with lots of sandQ.calla lilies falling over
My calla lilies are 2.5' tall. How is the best way to keep them from falling over?
- Answered by
shelley on
May 1, 2015
Certified ExpertA.This article will help you:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/drooping-calla-lilies.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
edkdek on
May 6, 2015
North Carolina 28562Q.Calla Lily
Why is there no tears anymore on the ends of the leaves? Do the flowers have to dry completely before I cut them off? When do I put them in the peat moss? Do they have too dry out before I put them in the moss for the winter? Please advise, Doris edkdek@yahoo.com
- Answered by
shelley on
May 6, 2015
Certified ExpertA.The tears you are referring to are called guttation or “crying” and occurs when your plant has had too much water. Basically, excess water accumulates in the plant creating a slight root pressure. The root pressure builds up and forces some water to exude through the leaves. If your calla lily stopped crying then the pressure on the roots has subsided. Be careful not to over-water your plant in the future.
For more information on the care of calla lilies, please visit the following link:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/growing-calla-lilies-and-care-of-calla-lilies.htmHere is an article that will tell you how to deadhead calla lilies:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/deadheading-calla-lily-plants.htmHere is an article that will tell you how to take care of your calla lily rhizomes before winter:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/calla-lily-winter-care.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
anglgrdsn on
May 7, 2015
Ut.Q.leaving calla lily in ground
I live in Utah, north of Salt Lake. Can I leave my calla lily in the ground through winter? I plan on planting it on the southern end area of my house, with some shade, but mostly sun.
- Answered by
shelley on
May 8, 2015
Certified ExpertA.Calla lilies are not cold hardy and only survive in the ground in USDA plant hardiness zones 8 or higher. Utah ranges from zone 4 in the northeast to 8 in the southwest. Therefore, I do not think Calla Lilies would successfully overwinter in the ground where you live.
For more information on the winter care of calla lilies, please visit the following link:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/calla-lily-winter-care.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
xstsewer on
May 8, 2015
Southern WisconsinQ.lowest temp for callas
What does the temperature at night have to be before I can put out my calla lilies? I started my callas indoors and want to put them outside. What is the lowest temp they can stand?
- Answered by
shelley on
May 8, 2015
Certified ExpertA.I wouldn't put them outside until after the danger of frost has passed and the temperature consistently stays at 50+ degrees.
For more information on calla lilies, please visit the following link:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/growing-calla-lilies-and-care-of-calla-lilies.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Sweetchochipgrl on
May 12, 2015
9Q.large calla lily plant
My friend had a large calla lily plant she didn't want. I dug up a large clump in early May and planted in a pot. They are currently wilty looking, but it's only been one day. Will they survive? I live in Washington, zone 9.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 12, 2015A.Make sure you are providing adequate water to the newly transplanted Calla Lily. It looks like it's doing pretty well. Trim away the damaged leaves that seem to be bent and broken, those will not recover.
Here is a link about the care needed.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/transplanting-calla-lilies.htm
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