Photo of Zantedeschia aethiopica 'White Giant' foliage by Karl Gercens III

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Zantedeschia aethiopica 'White Giant'

Also Known As

  • White Giant Calla Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 2'-6'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Zantedeschia aethiopica 'White Giant' plant details

Zantedeschia aethiopica 'White Giant' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with variegated foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Zantedeschia aethiopica 'White Giant'

Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen variegated
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zantedeschia aethiopica 'White Giant'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

White Giant' is a fantastic, imposing, giant selection of Zantedeschia aethiopica featuring five foot clumps of white-speckled, ruffled arrow-shaped leaves topped by seven foot tall flower stems carrying the classic white boot-shaped calla flower. For full sun and moist soils. Green until hard frosts. Mulch with fallen leaves - pack leaves around the perimetre and right into the centre of the plant to protect the crowns in winter. Calla lilies can be slow to bulk up in the garden so investing in a larger size is a good idea.
Large green leaves with white spots fuel the powerhouse for 5 foot tall stems of sparkling white flowers.

Gardening facts about Zantedeschia aethiopica 'White Giant' plant

How to Grow Zantedeschia aethiopica 'White Giant'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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