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Zantedeschia aet. Snowwhite ® / 3L
Zantedeschia aethiopica 'Snowwhite'
Confirmed format: 3 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Striking pure white trumpet-shaped spathes with a golden-yellow spadix
- Exceptionally long flowering season from May to July
- Lush, dark green arrow-shaped foliage with semi-evergreen persistence
- Clumping and upright growth habit reaching a mature height of 60 cm
- Supplied in a generous 3-litre pot, ready for the garden
Overview
Zantedeschia aethiopica 'Snowwhite', commonly known as the calla lily, is an elegant herbaceous perennial prized for its architectural form and stunning pure white blooms. From late spring through mid-summer, it produces beautiful trumpet-shaped spathes with warm yellow centres that stand out dramatically against lush, dark green foliage. Growing in a neat, upright, and clumping habit, this versatile plant thrives in moist environments, making it a wonderful addition to garden borders, contemporary spaces, cottage gardens, bog gardens, and pond margins, as well as patio containers.
Why We Love It
- Elegantly shaped pure white flowers provide a striking contrast against dark green foliage.
- Remarkably long-flowering habit extending from May through July.
- Performs exceptionally well in moisture-retentive soils, boggy areas, and near ponds.
- Suits both contemporary and traditional garden styles effortlessly.
- Produces superb blooms that can be cut for indoor floral arrangements.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Zantedeschia aethiopica 'Snowwhite' |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Calla lily |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial |
| Foliage Persistence | Semi-evergreen |
| Flower Colour | White, yellow, multicolour |
| Flowering Season | May to July |
| Growth Habit | Clumping and upright |
| Mature Height | 60 cm |
| Mature Spread | 45 cm |
| Fragrance Level | Light |
| Care Level | Easy |
Growing Guide
| Position | Plant in full sun, sun and part shade, or partial shade in a sheltered location. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Thrives in loam, clay, or peat soil textures with a high water requirement. |
| Moisture & Drainage | Requires moist, consistently moist, wet, boggy, or aquatic drainage conditions. Highly tolerant of wet soil. |
| Deadheading | Deadheading is recommended to keep the plant looking tidy. |
| Winter Protection | Apply a protective mulch over the root area during the winter months. |
Perfect For
- Perennial garden borders
- Patio containers and pots
- Bog gardens and pond margins
- Cut flower displays
- Cottage gardens and contemporary garden designs
Good to Know
- Exhibits good tolerance to wet soil conditions.
- Yields excellent long-lasting flowers suitable for cutting.
- Plant parts are toxic if ingested and may cause skin or sap irritation.
- Toxic to cats, dogs, and horses.
Product Information
| Product Title | Zantedeschia aet. Snowwhite ® / 3L |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Zantedeschia aethiopica 'Snowwhite' |
| Supplied Format | 3L pot |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- perennial
- Watering
- high
- Soil & drainage
- Moisture retentive· Moist· Consistently moist
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