Overview
Zantedeschia 'Captain Alma'PBR (Captain Series) is a clump-forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Zantedeschia, part of the Araceae family, with deciduous foliage. Zantedeschia 'Captain Alma'PBR (Captain Series) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include borders, containers and houseplants.
About
Zantedeschia 'Captain Alma' PBR (Captain Series) is a clump-forming cultivar of the Zantedeschia genus, known for its tuberous perennial nature and deciduous foliage. This plant thrives in well-drained, moist loam soils across a range of pH levels and prefers full sun to partial shade in sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, and as a houseplant, it is ideal for borders and containers. 'Captain Alma' requires division in spring for propagation and is best grown in conditions reflecting its H1c UK hardiness rating, with interest primarily in spring.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Zantedeschia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1c
Plant details
Zantedeschia 'Captain Alma'PBR (Captain Series) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, Containers, Houseplants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Zantedeschia 'Captain Alma'PBR (Captain Series)
- Propagation
- Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to fungal and bacterial rots, viruses
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Zantedeschia 'Captain Alma'PBR (Captain Series)?
Zantedeschia 'Captain Alma'PBR (Captain Series) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Zantedeschia 'Captain Alma'PBR (Captain Series) need?
Zantedeschia 'Captain Alma'PBR (Captain Series) grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Zantedeschia 'Captain Alma'PBR (Captain Series) hardy in the UK?
Zantedeschia 'Captain Alma'PBR (Captain Series) has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Zantedeschia 'Captain Alma'PBR (Captain Series)?
Division in spring.
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