Methods For Harvesting Calla Lilies’ Seeds?

Calla lilies are beautiful flowers that grow best in full sunlight and regular watering. They are moderately drought-tolerant once established, but they tend to be more difficult to propagate than canna lilies. To grow calla lilies from seeds, follow these steps:

1. Identify the seed pods from the plant.
2. Harvest the seeds from the plant.
3. Transplant the seedlings into individual 4-inch nursery pots filled with potting soil.
4. Purchase seed pods from reputable catalogs, nurseries, or other growers.
5. Plant the seedlings in a 1/2″ deep hole in potting soil, keeping moist and waiting for some germination.
6. Wait for the pods to turn brown and dry out on the plant to ensure the seeds are viable.
7. Place the cone on a plate and gently squish out the individual seeds.
8. Gently squeeze each kernel to remove the tiny, tuberous seeds, which are roughly 2 mm in length.
9. Keep your hand and the kernel underwater, squeeze the kernel until it squirts a seed or seeds into the water.

In summary, growing calla lilies from seeds requires patience, work, and a bit of effort. They grow best in full sunlight and regular watering, and their blooms last for weeks, attracting butterflies.