You can overwinter room calla from onions either with or without a pot. Varieties that have evergreen foliage are always kept in a pot over the winter. What you have to pay attention to if you overwinter the calla in the pot.
The calla should overwinter in a cool, bright spot in the pot
Keep cool and dry
After flowering, the plant needs a rest period in which it is neither watered nor fertilized. Place the pot with the indoor calla in a cool, light and dry place. are well suited
- Bright basement windows
- Corridor windows without heating
- skylight
- Unheated conservatory
Repot in spring
From January, slowly get the plant used to the heat again. Repot them in fresh soil to avoid disease.
tips and tricks
If you overwinter your calla in a pot, inspect the leaves or bulbs regularly. Spider mites like to spread on the leaves in the winter quarters. The tubers can rot or mold if they get too wet.