Overview
Zantedeschia 'Lime Lady' is a clump-forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Zantedeschia, part of the Araceae family, with deciduous foliage. Zantedeschia 'Lime Lady' 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 'Lime Lady' is a clump-forming cultivar of the tuberous perennial genus Zantedeschia, known for its elongated, lanceolate or arrow-shaped foliage and distinctive flower structure. This deciduous plant thrives in moist but well-drained loam soil with full sun or partial shade, ideally in a sheltered, south- or west-facing aspect. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, and as a houseplant, it is best grown in borders or containers. Propagation is achieved by division in spring, and it is hardy to UK zone H1c.
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 'Lime Lady' 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 'Lime Lady'
- 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 'Lime Lady'?
Zantedeschia 'Lime Lady' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Zantedeschia 'Lime Lady' need?
Zantedeschia 'Lime Lady' grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Zantedeschia 'Lime Lady' hardy in the UK?
Zantedeschia 'Lime Lady' 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 'Lime Lady'?
Division in spring.
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