Calla Lilies in Georgia: Green Blooms and Winter Storage

In Georgia (Zone 7b–8a), calla lilies (Zantedeschia) planted in spring bloomed yellow, then turned green and drooped. The foliage remains healthy.

Green Blooms = Transplant Shock

Moving from pot to ground disrupts roots. The plant aborts proper flower maturation. Next year, with established roots, blooms should be normal.

Winter Care: Leave in Ground

Most of Georgia is warm enough (soil doesn't freeze below 2″). No need to dig. Mulch 3″ with pine straw after frost. Only in far north GA (Zone 7a) consider lifting.

If You Must Dig (Zone 7a)

• After frost, lift rhizomes, brush off soil (don't wash).
• Store in dry peat/vermiculite in paper bags at 50–60°F.
• Replant after last frost.

Your callas will settle in and perform beautifully next summer.