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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    December 12, 2017
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    It is likely that it it will produce more leaves, but it is necessary to solve the problem at hand. I would recommend Neem oil, or boiling sliced hot peppers in water, letting the mix cool, and spraying the mix on the plant and soil. Avoid getting on your hands and eyes. If you do, then remember that the "spicy" chemical is alkaline, and will easily be washed off with something acidic, such as lemon juice, milk, or vinegar.

    Here is a collection of articles for more information on natural ways to control pests: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/

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    MichiganDot on
    December 29, 2017
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    They are fading because this is what they do. All flowers fade; calla fade to green which I guess gives the developing seed-head some camo. If you cut the stalk to the ground, you should be rewarded with a second crop of flowers. Fertilize and keep moist.

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    BushDoctor on
    January 2, 2018
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    This depends on if they have been overwatered or underwatered. These are the two main causes. Overwatering will lead to infection, which may or may not be able to be cured. Wettable sulfur will usually take care of the problem, as long as it is not too far gone.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/growing-calla-lilies-and-care-of-calla-lilies.htm

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    that_guy_gardener on
    January 28, 2018
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    thank you! we received a lot of rain after the bulb had died down for the winter and I think that started the rotting. I will use this suggestion!

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    MichiganDot on
    January 28, 2018
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    Cut the soft spot out and go into what looks like healthy tissue before you stop. You can dip the tuber into garden sulfur right after cutting for an insurance policy. Use a sharp knife. Then you need to look into what is causing your tubers to rot. Always inspect them closely before putting them in storage for the winter. I wrap mine in paper bags and hang them in the coolest part of my house with a grapefruit mesh bag. If one starts to rot, the infection won't spread to other tubers this way.

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    BushDoctor on
    February 12, 2018
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    I have two articles that will help you here. These will explain the seedling stage, and what to do after for the mature plants:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/calla-lily-seed-info.htm

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/growing-calla-lilies-and-care-of-calla-lilies.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 13, 2018
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    The longevity of blossoms can vary greatly due to weather and temperatures, even moisture levels. A crowded pot could also effect the health of the blossoms.

    Here is an article that will help you with plant division.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/calla-lily/dividing-calla-lilies.htm

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    MichiganDot on
    February 16, 2018
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    Gently remove and examine the tubers. Are they dried out or full of fungus? Streaks of orangish-pink are sometimes seen on breaks in the tuber. These should be cut out and the cut treated with garden sulphur. Here is an article from So. Florida Univ who also struggled to get calla to grow. He figured it out and shared his insights. http://shell.cas.usf.edu/~essig/Florida%20Gardening/2001-02%20The%20Secret%20to%20Great%20Calla%20Lilies.pdf

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