Calla palustris (Water arum)

Other names: Bog arum, Swamp lily, Water dragon

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Where to grow

Soil type
  • Clay
  • Loamy
  • Sandy
Soil drainage
  • Boggy damp conditions
  • Pond/In water
Soil pH
  • Acid
  • Alkaline
  • Neutral
Sunlight
  • Full Sun
Aspect
  • West
  • South
Exposure
  • Exposed
  • Sheltered

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Additional plant details

Cultivation

Plant in loam (lime-free) soil (ideally in planting baskets) in water up to 25cm deep, in full sun.

Suggested uses

Architectural, Waterside, Bog garden, Aquatic

UK hardiness

H7

USDA zones

Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8

Sunset zone

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = Unknown
Central Valley = Unknown
South Coastal = Unknown
South Inland = Unknown
High and Intermediate Desert = Unknown
Low Desert = Unknown

Foliage

Deciduous

Habit

Upright, Clump-forming

Native to

Northern Europe, Central Europe, Asia, North America

Drought tolerant

No

Flood tolerant

Yes

Toxicity

All parts may cause severe discomfort if ingested. The sap may irritate skin and eyes.

Plant care

Pruning

Propagation methods

Seed, Division

Propagation

Sow seed in late summer in a cold frame in containers submerged to the rim.

Pests

Generally pest free

Diseases

Generally disease-free.

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