🌷 How to Grow Calla Lily from Bulbs

Also known as:

Hindi: कैला लिली
Tamil: காலா லில்லி
Telugu: కాలా లిల్లీ
Malayalam: കാലാ ലില്ലി
Kannada: ಕಾಲಾ ಲಿಲ್ಲಿ
English: Calla Lily

Botanical Name: Zantedeschia spp.

1. 🗓️ Choose the Right Season
   Best time to plant: Spring (March–May) after the last frost
   Thrives in temperate to warm climates
   Ideal temperature for planting: 15°C–24°C

2. 🌱 Prepare the Soil
   Soil Type: Rich, well-draining, moist but not waterlogged soil
   pH Level: Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0–7.0)
   Add compost or organic matter to enrich soil and improve moisture retention

3. 🌾 Planting the Bulbs
   Depth: Plant bulbs 3–4 inches (7–10 cm) deep
   Spacing: 8–12 inches (20–30 cm) apart
   Plant with the growing point or “eye” facing upwards

4. 💧 Watering
   Water thoroughly after planting to settle soil
   Keep soil consistently moist but avoid standing water
   Increase watering during active growth and flowering

5. 🌿 Growth & Blooming
   Leaves emerge 4–6 weeks after planting
   Calla lilies bloom in late spring to summer, producing elegant funnel-shaped flowers in white, pink, yellow, or purple
   Flower stalks rise above the foliage, lasting several weeks

6. ☀️ Sunlight & Temperature
   Prefers full sun to partial shade (4–6 hours of sunlight daily)
   Grows best in warm conditions but tolerate some shade
   Avoid planting in very hot, dry climates without shade

7. 🌼 Fertilization
   Apply a balanced fertilizer at planting time
   Feed every 4 weeks during growing season with a liquid fertilizer
   Avoid excessive nitrogen to encourage more flowers over leaves

8. 🛡️ Pest & Disease Control
   Common pests: Aphids, spider mites, snails
   Diseases: Root rot from poor drainage, fungal leaf spots
   Ensure well-draining soil to prevent rot
   Use neem oil or insecticidal soap for pest control

9. 🌸 Aftercare & Maintenance
   Allow foliage to die back naturally before removing
   Reduce watering as plant goes dormant in fall
   In colder climates, lift bulbs before frost and store in a cool, dry place
   Divide crowded bulbs every 2–3 years to maintain vigor

10. 🌱 Regrow Tip
    Propagate by dividing tuberous roots or offsets during dormancy
    Store bulbs in dry, cool conditions if lifted
    Replant in spring for best results

🌷 Benefits of Calla Lily

• Elegant, trumpet-shaped flowers perfect for cut flower arrangements

• Adds tropical flair and vibrant color to gardens and containers

• Easy to grow and maintain with proper watering and soil conditions

• Symbolizes beauty and purity, popular in weddings and floral designs