Zantedeschia 'Gold Crown' — Clump-forming

Overview

Zantedeschia 'Gold Crown' is a clump-forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Zantedeschia, part of the Araceae family, with deciduous foliage. Zantedeschia 'Gold Crown' 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 'Gold Crown' is a clump-forming cultivar of the tuberous perennial genus Zantedeschia, known for its deciduous, elongated, lanceolate or arrow-shaped foliage. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade, preferring moist but well-drained loam soils with a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, and as a houseplant, it is best grown in sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects. 'Gold Crown' is hardy to UK zone H1c and is typically propagated by division in spring, with its season of interest in spring.

About the genus

Zantedeschia is a genus of eight species of herbaceous, perennial, flowering plants in the aroid family, Araceae, native to southern Africa. The genus has been introduced, in some form, on every continent other than Antarctica.

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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 'Gold Crown' 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 'Gold Crown'

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 'Gold Crown'?

Zantedeschia 'Gold Crown' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Zantedeschia 'Gold Crown' need?

Zantedeschia 'Gold Crown' grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Zantedeschia 'Gold Crown' hardy in the UK?

Zantedeschia 'Gold Crown' 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.