Zantedeschia

Characterised by rich, amber-orange flowers, Zantedeschia ‘Captain Odeon’ resemble the warm glow of a flaming torch. Illuminating your garden with vibrant, hot colour, these eye-catching blooms add tropical flair to patio planters, conservatories and greenhouse displays.

Glossy, verdant leaves create a lush backdrop, with the spade-shaped foliage flecked with white. Native to marshy areas of South Africa, Zantedeschia ‘Captain Odeon’ relish moist, rich soils, and are ideal for heavier soils where other bulbs may struggle. This tender variety will need some protection from frost and can be lifted and overwintered indoors. The cheerful, radiant blooms make fantastic cut flowers for bold floral arrangements and bouquets.

Offering a tropical feel but with soft, muted colours, Zantedeschia ‘Captain Violetta’ exhibits delicate, Parma-violet spathes. The common name Calla Lily derives from the Greek kallos meaning ‘a thing of beauty’, and ‘Captain Violetta’ certainly lives up to this epithet.

The pretty flowers are set off against clumps of lush greenery with glossy, spearhead leaves freckled with white. Originating from swamplands in Africa, these thirsty plants thrive at a water’s edge where they can easily access the moisture they need.

Alternatively, Zantedeschia ‘Captain Violetta’ make excellent container plants when kept well-watered. Kept frost free over winter, these tender perennials will return enthusiastically year after year.

Zantedeschia 'Odessa' is a striking bloom displays a deep plum tone so dark it appears almost black, creating a dramatic, velvety presence in the garden. Exceptional as a cut flower, it commands attention in any arrangement.

From May right through to October, Zantedeschia 'Odessa' produces an impressive succession of blooms, offering an extended season of bold, sophisticated colour. The common name Calla Lily derives from the Greek kallos meaning ‘a thing of beauty’.