Captain Cortina calla lily: identification, care and vase life

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Calla lilies

Captain Cortina calla lily

Zantedeschia · Cut flowers

How to recognise Captain Cortina calla lily, when it is in season and how to keep it fresh.

Season: year-round J F M A M J J A S O N D
Vase life: 7–10 days
Storage: Store in the cooler at 4–7°C.
Cats and dogs: Toxic – keep out of reach of cats and dogs

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How to recognise it

Funnel-shaped single spathe wrapped around a central spadix
Smooth waxy-looking petal surface
Thick succulent, jointless stem with no leaves on the stem
Stem exudes sap when cut – watch for skin/eye irritation
No strong scent

Care

Recut stems at an angle and remove any white basal part before placing in water. Keep water shallow to moderate depth and change it regularly as callas are sensitive to bacterial build-up. Keep away from ethylene sources and direct heat. Avoid overcrowding stems to prevent bruising of the soft spathe.