Calla Lily in Pennsylvania: Winter Care for Potted Plant

PA gardener: gifted calla lily blooming continuously. Asks if keep potted and winter care.

Colored Calla Dormancy

• Colored callas (pink, yellow, etc.) go dormant in summer.
• Foliage yellows, disappears; corm rests 2–4 months.
• Then resprouts and blooms in winter.

Options

1. Outdoor summer: Plant in ground, lift after first frost, store cool/dry/dark in basement.
2. Indoor year-round: Keep as houseplant; reduce water during dormancy; it will return.

Key Point

Dormancy looks like death—it's not. Don't overwater during rest.

Enjoy the cycle—callas are long-lived with simple care.