Is It Possible To Divide And Transplant Calla Lilies?

Calla lily division is essential when clumps start to decline, but it’s safe to divide them every three to five years for more rhizomes to fill in the garden. To transplant calla lilies, dig up the entire plant, gently separate the rhizomes, and cut them into sections with at least one healthy shoot and root system. Replant the sections in well-draining soil, water, and each division can be replanted separately, resulting in more calla lilies in your garden or for sharing with others.

In warm climates, divide calla lilies in the spring after the last frost, as they can leave the rhizome in the ground year-round. Most growers prefer to divide calla lilies in spring, especially in warm climates where you can leave the rhizome in the ground year-round. Divide callas during the dormant season after the leaves have died down and the plants are resting. In late winter/early spring just before new shoots begin to form, calla lilies should only be divided if they show signs of decline.

The Royal Horticultural Society suggests dividing in spring, if needed, as it allows the rhizomes to reach their full potential. To divide calla lilies, dig up the entire plant, gently separate the rhizomes, and cut them into sections with at least one healthy shoot and root system.