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Zantedeschia 'Captain Kelso' (PBR) (Captain Series)
calla lily bulb
With its bold white flowers and a hint of yellow at the base, proudly displayed above large, white-flecked broadly lanceolate,...
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Plant description
With its bold white flowers and a hint of yellow at the base, proudly displayed above large, white-flecked broadly lanceolate, pointed leaves, ‘Captain Kelso’ is a captivating calla lily from the Captain series. This high-ranking bulb needs a little extra care when temperatures dip!
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
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Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Zantedeschia Captain Kelso (PBR) (Captain Series):
Plant the tubers 7-10cm (3-4in) deep and 30cm (12in) apart into reliably moist, rich soil or good-quality potting compost. Water sparingly until new shoots start to emerge and then start to water more regularly. Best grown as a tender, summer interest plant, this calla lily can be protected from cold in a sheltered, frost-free spot during the winter.
Please note:
This bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten; skin/eye irritant
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