Calla lilies prefer full sun or part shade, though their blooms will be less impressive in shaded conditions. In areas where summers are long and hot, calla lilies often do better in partially shaded environments where they can get a break from afternoon sun. In cooler environments, they tolerate full sunlight well.
One question we ran across in our research was “What does partial shade mean for Calla Lilies?”.
Partial shade means that the plants will get sun for part of the day and shade for part of the day. To be exact, partial shade means that plants get at least two hours of direct sunlight but are in shade for at least half of the day. Calla lilies will benefit most from shade during the hottest parts of the day.
Do calla lilies get sunburns?
Calla lilies can suffer from sunburn if they are exposed to too much harsh afternoon sun. This can happen in hot dry climates where the sun is hot and the soils are drier. In this case it is best to plant calla lilies in a position that gets protection from afternoon sun.
Where do calla lilies grow in the winter?
In cooler areas they grow best in full sun. ZONE: Calla lilies are winter hardy in zones 8-10. In colder areas they can either be grown as annuals or can be dug up in the fall and stored indoors for replanting the next spring.
These flowering plants are hardy in U. S. Department of Agriculture zones 8 to 10. Calla lilies can be grown as perennials in frost-free climates or overwintered indoors in colder regions. Calla lilies grow best in full sun, but they need shade during the summer in hot climates. True lilies have six petals.
What are the care differences between Calla Lily types?
Care Differences Between Calla Lily Types: Zantedeschia aethiopica Colorful Calla Lily Hybrids Water Keep the soil moist Water when the soil is slightly dry Zones 8-10 9 and warmer Exposure Full sun or partial shade Bright, indirect light is ideal.