- The best time to repot
- How to properly repot the calla
- The right pot
- Warning: the calla is slightly poisonous!
- tips and tricks
The indoor calla (Zantedeschia) reacts to too many pollutants in the potting soil with growth disorders. Sometimes it doesn't bloom anymore or even dies completely. Experts recommend repotting calla every spring, even if the pot is still large enough.
The Calla should be repotted every year if possible
The best time to repot
Immediately after the rest period is the best time to repot the calla. The plant does well if you plant it in new soil every year.
Many pollutants accumulate in the potting soil when it is in use for a long time. Fertilizers, irrigation water and pests can cause the concentration of pollutants to become so high that the calla becomes ill or even dies.
How to properly repot the calla
- Remove from the old pot
- Rinse off all soil
- Clean the old or new pot well
- Feel with fresh earth
- Plant the tuber about five to seven centimeters deep
- Cover with soil
- Press firmly
- Water the pot in the immersion bath
Carefully remove the calla from the old pot so you don't damage the bulb. Cut off very long roots before planting the flower in new potting soil.
Rinse the bulb under running water to thoroughly remove the old soil.
The right pot
As with all indoor plants, the pot should be neither too big nor too small. There should still be a good two to three centimeters of space around the tuber.
If you reuse the old pot, wash it well to completely remove all contaminants. To be on the safe side, you should also clean new pots before repotting.
Cleanliness plays a big role at all. Any equipment you use when repotting must be completely clean and sterile.
Warning: the calla is slightly poisonous!
Don't forget your gloves for all maintenance work. You should never touch the calla with bare skin, because the poison it contains can cause nasty skin irritations.
tips and tricks
When repotting your calla, always use a rootstock. The poisonous sap that the plant secretes leaves hard-to-remove stains on the ground. You should then clean the pad thoroughly or dispose of it.