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.
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.
How do I propagate Zantedeschia 'Gold Crown'?
Division in spring.
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