Zantedeschia elliottiana Flame - Calla Lily
Zantedeschia elliottiana Flame - Calla Lily
Zantedeschia elliottiana Flame - Calla Lily
Zantedeschia x elliottiana Flame
Golden Calla Lily, Yellow Calla Lily
The planting and care advice made me a bit worried that I wouldn't succeed in growing this calla lily... but in the end, the growth went smoothly. The bulbs emerged from the ground in mid-June and flowered from late June until August 10th. Even after they've passed (turning green), the flowers remain decorative with an exotic look. Just one reservation regarding the description, because on mine the leaves aren't spotted with white at all.
Cécile, 27/08/2025
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Description
Zantedeschia 'Flame', also known as Florist's Arum or Calla 'Flame', is truly flamboyant. Its spathes emerge golden yellow, then become covered with reddish-orange spots, gradually engulfing the inflorescence until it is completely saturated with dark red before finally turning green. A captivating spectacle, emerging from dark green foliage densely speckled with white, as beautiful as stained glass. This variety is slightly more susceptible to diseases and is best suited for experienced gardeners.
Zantedeschia 'Flame' is one of the many hybrids obtained through cross-breeding between two main species native to eastern and southern Africa, Zantedeschia rehmannii and Zantedeschia elliottiana. 'Flame' is an F1 Hybrid. It is a stemless species with large sagittate leaves, dark green and heavily speckled with transparent white. It reaches a medium size, measuring about 60cm (24in) in height. Like other hybrids, this plant requires specific growing conditions to flower. The flower, characteristic of arums, produces a highly ornamental spathe, almost 10cm (4in) in diameter, concealing a spadix that evolves from orange-yellow to deep red, perfectly matching the spathe. Its thick roots penetrate perpendicularly into the growing substrate, resembling fleshy and running rhizomes. In nature, these plants grow in marshes that usually dry up in summer, under year-round warm climates. The vegetation dries out, and the tuber enters a period of dormancy. This vegetative cycle must be strictly followed in cultivation. Florist's arums can live for many years if the cyclic resting period is properly observed.
Zantedeschia 'Flame' is particularly suitable for cultivation in large pots. It can also be planted in moist areas near a water source, in well-drained and fertile soil, with good sunlight. Cut flowers last particularly well in a vase, provided the water is changed daily and, for example, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of bleach, 2 teaspoons of lemon (or lime) juice, and 1/2 litre of warm water are added.
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Zantedeschia
x elliottiana
Flame
Araceae
Golden Calla Lily, Yellow Calla Lily
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Plant your 'Flame' Calla bulbs in March or April, at a depth of 12cm (5in), spaced 15cm (6in) apart, in a fresh substrate that is both sandy and humus-bearing, with a pH between 6 and 6.5. It prefers a sunny location or partial shade. When the shoots emerge from the ground, gradually increase watering. Soft rot of the rootstock* is a bacterial disease that causes the death of plants in both wet and cool conditions. This variety is more susceptible to it than others. The ideal temperature during the growing period is 18°C (64.4°F) during the day and 12 to 13°C (53.6 to 55.4°F) at night. When temperatures rise, it may be useful to mulch the soil to maintain freshness. Apply diluted fertilizer containing calcium and trace elements at planting and at least once a month. Growing in a large pot is possible, with careful and regular watering to keep the soil moist, and fertilizing every month during the growing season. Mulch them at the first signs of frost and protect them with bubble wrap, as they are sensitive to winter moisture and frost and are not very hardy in northern regions. In pots, store them during winter. They will form beautiful flowering clumps from June to August in a few years. You can cut back the foliage after the first frost.
*This disease is caused by Erwinia, Pseudomonas, and pectobacterium, naturally present in the soil, which attack fleshy storage organs such as rhizomes or tubercles, and transform the affected organs into liquid mush with a characteristic and unpleasant odor thanks to specific enzymes.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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