Pruning guide
How to prune zantedeschia 'captain safari'
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Pruning zantedeschia 'captain safari' — FAQ
When should I prune zantedeschia 'captain safari'?
Deadhead during flowering; full cut-back in late summer to autumn when foliage yellows. Remove faded spathes by cutting cleanly at the stem base. After die-back, cut all stems and leaves to soil level. In frost-free climates, leave rhizomes in ground; elsewhere, lift and store.
How often does zantedeschia 'captain safari' need pruning?
Deadhead throughout flowering; full cut-back annually. Zantedeschia 'Captain Safari' needs deadheading as flowers fade to keep the plant tidy and encourage further blooms. Cut spent spathes off at the stem base. Once all flowering is done and the foliage begins to yellow in late summer, cut the entire plant back to ground level and allow the rhizome to rest.
How do you prune zantedeschia 'captain safari'?
Remove faded spathes by cutting cleanly at the stem base. After die-back, cut all stems and leaves to soil level. In frost-free climates, leave rhizomes in ground; elsewhere, lift and store.