Overview
Zantedeschia 'Gold Rush'PBR is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Zantedeschia, part of the Araceae family, with deciduous foliage. Zantedeschia 'Gold Rush'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1C. Suggested uses include houseplants and patio and container plants.
About
Zantedeschia 'Gold Rush' PBR 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 and prefers sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects with moist but well-drained loam or sandy soil of any pH. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, and as houseplants or patio container plants, 'Gold Rush' is best grown under H1C hardiness conditions. It flowers in spring, producing the genus's characteristic small yellow flowers clustered on a spike-like spadix, surrounded by a prominent, hooded spathe.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Zantedeschia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- 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 Rush'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Zantedeschia 'Gold Rush'PBR
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed or division
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Zantedeschia 'Gold Rush'PBR?
Zantedeschia 'Gold Rush'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Zantedeschia 'Gold Rush'PBR need?
Zantedeschia 'Gold Rush'PBR grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Zantedeschia 'Gold Rush'PBR hardy in the UK?
Zantedeschia 'Gold Rush'PBR 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 Rush'PBR?
Propagate by seed or division.
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