Captain Solo Calla Lily
Best vibrant perennial for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, deer-resistant summer color.
The Captain Solo Calla Lily presents stunning, bright yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers that emerge above compact, sword-like green foliage. This herbaceous perennial offers an exotic touch throughout the summer, making it a beautiful addition to borders, containers, and garden beds. It features large, glossy leaves that maintain a dark green color all season. This variety is deer resistant and thrives in full sun to partial shade conditions. It is recommended for accent planting, massing, or general garden use, providing bold color until late summer. Proper care involves maintaining evenly moist, well-drained soil.
$14.99
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Category Rank
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#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-46%
Below average
Mature Height
12
/ inches
Who it's for
- Floral enthusiasts wanting long-lasting indoor arrangements
- Gardeners seeking a bold, high-impact focal point
- Urban dwellers with limited patio or balcony space
Who should skip it
- Families with curious pets or small children
- Casual gardeners who prefer low-maintenance watering habits
- Busy homeowners wanting plants that stay outdoors year-round
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Bright yellow blooms provide a high-contrast focal point for garden beds.
Container Versatility
Compact size makes it an ideal filler for mixed seasonal arrangements.
Pest Resilience
Reliable deer resistance minimizes the need for protective garden maintenance.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and vibrant color translate beautifully into indoor floral displays.
Urban Adaptability
Robust foliage handles city pollution better than most delicate perennial varieties.
Maintenance Ease
Requires consistent moisture to keep glossy leaves looking their absolute best.
Key Specs
Mature Height
12 inches
Mature Width
12 inches
Bloom Time
Early to Late Summer
Foliage Color
Green
Growth Rate
Medium
Hardiness Zone
7b
Deer Resistant
Yes
Features
- Produces bold yellow trumpet-shaped flowers rising above the foliage
- Flowers are excellent for cutting arrangements
- Attractive large glossy sword-like leaves remain dark green
- Suitable for use as a 'filler' in container combinations
- Tolerant of urban pollution
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Captain Solo Calla Lily for its stunning, near black coloration, noting it provides a dramatic focal point in gardens and containers. The primary theme is aesthetic design excellence. Reviewers frequently highlight the quality of the bulbs or plants received, reporting strong, reliable growth and prolific blooming once established. While a premium purchase, the unique visual impact and dependable performance justify the investment for most enthusiasts.
Know before you buy
This variety thrives in conditions ranging from full sun to partial shade. For the most vibrant yellow blooms, ensure it receives at least six hours of sunlight daily.
Yes, its compact 12-inch size makes it an excellent choice for containers. It works particularly well as a filler plant in mixed arrangements or as a standalone accent.
Yes, the Captain Solo Calla Lily is considered deer resistant, making it a safer choice for gardens that frequently experience wildlife browsing.
The key is to keep the soil consistently moist but well-drained. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely, but ensure the pot or garden bed has proper drainage to prevent waterlogged roots.
Absolutely. The bright yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers are excellent for cutting and hold up well in floral arrangements.
This variety is hardy to Zone 7b. If you live in a climate with colder winters, you may need to lift the bulbs in the fall and store them indoors until spring.
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