Calla
Common names: calla, calla lily.
A calla lily refers to plants of genus Zantedeschia in the family Araceae.
They produce large, showy flower spathes, therefore they are grown both as ornamental
plants in addition to cut flowers.
Callas are large flowers with thick, waxy petals with solitary 6- to 8-inch flower
heads that make excellent cut flowers or blooming plants.
Many hybrids are in cultivation, with spathes in varying shades of white, yellow,
orange, red, or pink.
As a cut flower, vase life is seven to 10 days.
Special care: Water frequently plus cut stem ends every few days to prevent curling.
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Freesia
Common names: freesia
Freesia is a genus of flower belonging to the Iris family (Iridaceae).
Flowers usually referred to as freesias are Common Freesias, Freesia corymbosa,
which are native to the Cape of Good Hope.
Its flower is strongly scented so it makes a nice addition to any area.
They have five to 10 single or double flowers, stems are usually 10 to 18 inches
long with little or no foliage.
Freesias bloom up to seven days with flowers in white, golden yellow, orange,
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