The catalog/Species
Calla spp.
Genus-level entry. These cultivars are recorded under Calla with no species — typically inter-species hybrids or supplier listings without an extracted species name.
Cultivars
'Aethiopica'
Calla
Zantedeschia aethiopica, commonly known as Calla Lily or Arum Lily, reaches 2 to 3 feet tall, featuring large, pure white, trumpet-shaped flowers. Its broad, arrow-shaped dark green leaves provide a lush backdrop. This rhizomatous perennial thrives in full sun to partial shade, preferring moist, organically rich soil.
'Anneke'
Calla
Calla Lily 'Anneke' features deep purple blooms with a brilliant yellow throat, creating a dramatic contrast. The elegant, trumpet-shaped flowers rise above lush, speckled green foliage, adding sophistication to garden beds and containers. Blooming in mid-summer until frost, this variety thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10, it can be grown as an annual in colder climates, with bulbs lifted and stored for winter. 'Anneke' is deer-resistant and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, making it a standout in floral arrangements and landscape designs.
'Black Eyed Beauty'
Calla
Calla Lily 'Black Eyed Beauty' features buttery-yellow blooms with a deep, almost black center, creating a dramatic contrast. The elegant, funnel-shaped flowers rise above lush, arrow-shaped green foliage speckled with white, adding texture and interest to garden beds and containers. Blooming in summer, this variety thrives in full sun with well-drained, compost-rich soil and requires consistent moisture during the growing season. Hardy in USDA zones 8 and above, it can be grown as an annual in colder climates, with bulbs lifted and stored for winter. 'Black Eyed Beauty' is deer-resistant and makes an excellent choice for cut arrangements and container plantings.
'Flame'
Calla
Calla Lily 'Flame' is a bold and fiery variety featuring trumpet-shaped blooms that open golden yellow with a red edge, maturing to fiery orange-red. The flowers rise above mid-green, arrow-shaped foliage speckled with white, adding texture and contrast to garden beds and containers. Blooming from summer to fall, this variety thrives in full sun to partial shade with moist, well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10, it can be grown as an annual in colder climates, with bulbs lifted and stored for winter. 'Flame' is deer and rabbit resistant, making it a reliable choice for vibrant floral displays.
'Florex Gold'
Calla
Calla Lily 'Florex Gold' features rich golden-yellow blooms with a smooth, trumpet-like shape. The flowers rise above lush, arrow-shaped green foliage, creating an elegant contrast in garden beds and containers. Blooming in late spring to summer, this variety grows 24 to 36 inches tall and thrives in full sun to partial shade with moist, well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10, it can be grown as an annual in colder climates, with bulbs lifted and stored for winter. 'Florex Gold' is deer-resistant and makes an excellent choice for cut arrangements and container plantings.
'Majestic Red'
Calla
Calla Lily 'Majestic Red' features red blooms with a satin sheen. The elegant, chalice-shaped flowers rise above broad, sword-like foliage speckled with white, adding striking contrast to garden beds and containers. Blooming from late spring to early fall, this variety grows 14 to 24 inches tall and thrives in full sun to partial shade with moist, well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10, it can be grown as an annual in colder climates, with bulbs lifted and stored for winter. 'Majestic Red' is deer-resistant and makes an excellent choice for cut arrangements and container plantings.
'Picasso'
Calla
Calla Lily 'Picasso' is a striking variety featuring dark purple trumpet-shaped blooms with white rims. The flowers rise above elegant, dark green, arrow-shaped leaves speckled with lighter freckles, adding texture and depth to garden beds and containers. Blooming from summer to fall, this variety thrives in full sun with moist, well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10, it can be grown as an annual in colder climates, with bulbs lifted and stored for winter. 'Picasso' is deer and rabbit resistant, making it a reliable choice for floral displays.
'Rehmanni'
Calla
Calla Lily 'Rehmannii' is a compact variety known for its soft pink blooms with a creamy blush along the edges. The flowers rise above semi-erect, lance-shaped green leaves, which differ from the arrow-shaped foliage of other calla species. Blooming from midsummer to early fall, this variety grows up to 16–20 inches tall and thrives in full sun with moist, well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10, it can be grown as an annual in colder climates, with rhizomes lifted and stored for winter. It performs well in borders, containers, and near water features, adding a graceful presence to garden designs.
'Schwarzwalder'
Calla
Calla Lily 'Schwarzwalder' is a deep maroon-black variety with a velvety texture, creating a dramatic contrast against its dark green, speckled foliage. The chalice-shaped blooms are highly sought after in floral arrangements for their bold, exotic appeal. Blooming in midsummer, this variety thrives in full sun to part shade with organically rich, consistently moist, well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11, it is often grown as an annual in cooler climates, with bulbs lifted and stored for winter. 'Schwarzwalder' is deer-resistant and performs well in containers, borders, and cut flower displays.