Captain Beretta Calla Lily
Zantedeschia 'Captain Beretta'
SKU
44857
Dramatic black flowers emerge from a lush clump of thick, sword-like foliage from late spring through midsummer. Adds an exotic, tropical flair to any entryway, porch, or patio. An easy to grow and impressive cut flower. A frost-tender herbaceous perennial in warmer winter regions; may be overwintered indoors in colder regions.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Keep soil surface moist, but not soggy.
THIS PLANT MAY BE AVAILABLE IN THESE STORES:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
| Botanical Pronunciation | zan-te-DES-kee-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Fast growing; reaches 18 in. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Late Spring through Midsummer |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Cottage, Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Poolside, Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Compact Form |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Keep soil surface moist, but not soggy. |
| Companion Plants | Sweet Flag (Acorus); Lady's Mantle (Alchemilla); Bee Balm (Monarda); Dahlia (Dahlia); Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica) |
Provide enriched, well-drained soil; adapts to varied soil moisture when established. Remove old, faded foliage for a tidy appearance. In cold winter zones, move to a sunny indoor location or remove rhizomes and store in a cool, dry place.
This Plant's Growing Zones: ALL
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Grow As Annual in All Zones