I've always had a thing for Calla Lilies (Zantedeschia spp.). They're native to central and southern Africa, so of course they're not hardy here. For many years, however, I've cut them back in fall and brought them into a dark corner of the sunroom for the winter. They only get light watering until late winter/early spring when they start to re-emerge. They always come back, and the foliage is full and lush.
I don't get flowers every year, though. When I do, it's a thrill! I'm especially taken with the salmon/coral blooms.
The bulb mix I purchased many years ago offers a nice variety, but I think mainly white, coral, and yellow blooms have appeared in this mix. They prefer sun, and while they get plenty of it during winter and early spring, my garden is mainly partial shade from May through October.
Calla Lilies are great cut flowers, but with just one, I might simply keep it on the plant until it fades.
Such a beautiful bloom!
