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calla lilies - have i killed them already?

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WellTidy · 10/05/2021 10:04

I bought three calla lily tubers in wilko, and planted them in a pot, with the tubers near the surface, as advised, a couple of weeks ago. Watered and left them in a sheltered spot outdoors. We in the the SE.

I am now wondering whether they needed more protection than that.

They haven't done anything yet - is there any hope?! Would a feed help? Should i Bring them in?

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rabbitcow · 10/05/2021 10:07

Give them a bit of time! They will be fine.

WellTidy · 10/05/2021 10:17

OK! I will have to learn to be more patient!

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Chasingsquirrels · 10/05/2021 19:03

This is mine on 16 Jun 2019 (planted that year and given to me by my mum for my birthday).

calla lilies - have i killed them already?
Chasingsquirrels · 10/05/2021 19:07

I can't get my next picture (25 May 2020 - same plant just shooting) to load.

Point being, give them a bit more time.

WellTidy · 10/05/2021 20:23

Chasing did they do anything more than sprout though? I am keen for signs of life but I get that it’s still very early for them.

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Chasingsquirrels · 10/05/2021 21:54

Oh yes

calla lilies - have i killed them already?
calla lilies - have i killed them already?
calla lilies - have i killed them already?
WellTidy · 10/05/2021 22:36

Oh wow! I am hopeful. The compost keeps getting turned over (squirrels most likely) so I will move them to a more sheltered spot to give hem more of a chance.

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MotherOfGodWeeFella · 11/05/2021 04:55

Squirrels dig up and eat bulbs so check they're still actually there.

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