Calla lilies are at their most glorious in full sun, which means six hours of sunlight a day. According to the University of Minnesota Extension, while calla lilies can grow in part shade – and if you live in a hot climate, shade is absolutely necessary – their blooms won’t be as impressive.
How much sun does a calla lily need?
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.
While I was writing we ran into the query “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.
Are calla lilies indoor or outdoor plants?
Although not considered true lilies, the calla lily (Zantedeschia sp.) is an extraordinary flower. This beautiful plant, available in a multitude of colors, grows from rhizomes and is ideal for use in beds and borders. You can also grow calla lilies in containers, either outdoors or in a sunny window as houseplants.
You may be wondering “What zone do calla lilies grow in?”
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.
When blooming is finished, stop fertilizing. Calla lilies grow best in full sun to part shade. In containers, it is recommended that calla lilies be placed in a location where they can receive about six hours of sunlight each day.
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.