Overview
Zantedeschia 'Pot of Gold' is a clump-forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Zantedeschia, part of the Araceae family, with deciduous foliage. Zantedeschia 'Pot of Gold' 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 'Pot of Gold' is a clump-forming cultivar of Zantedeschia, a genus of tuberous perennials in the Araceae family. This deciduous plant is suited to conservatories, greenhouses, and as a houseplant, thriving in well-drained loam soils with moist conditions. It prefers full sun to partial shade, ideally in sheltered, south- or west-facing positions. Flowering in spring, it benefits from propagation by division in spring and is hardy to UK zone H1c. Its cultivation requirements align with those of the genus, favouring sun and well-drained soil.
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 'Pot of Gold' 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 'Pot of Gold'
- 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 'Pot of Gold'?
Zantedeschia 'Pot of Gold' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Zantedeschia 'Pot of Gold' need?
Zantedeschia 'Pot of Gold' grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Zantedeschia 'Pot of Gold' hardy in the UK?
Zantedeschia 'Pot of Gold' 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 'Pot of Gold'?
Division in spring.
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