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- Caladiums are tropical perennials with colorful, heart-shaped leaves native to tropical forests in South and Central America that have pronounced wet and dry seasons.Caladiums are heavy feeders, so need regular fertilization during the growing season
- TIPS :Select a pot that’s not too small so that several bulbs can be planted at the same time. Cover the bottom with a layer of pot shard or clay marble for better drainage.
- Partially fill the pot with Going Greens potting mix for bulbs & seeds pat it down lightly. Next, press the bulb slightly into the potting mix. They can almost be touching each other. Place the bulbs with their flat side towards the wall of the pot.
- Put additional Going Greens potting mix in the pot so that tips of the bulbs disappear under the potting mix. Water the soil generously to encourage rooting. Keep potting mix moist; take care not to lodge the water. This flowers boost the garden beauty. This blooming beauty captures your heart.
Caladiums are tropical perennials with colorful, heart-shaped leaves native to tropical forests in South and Central America that have pronounced wet and dry seasons. Caladium bicolor, a Brazilian species, is the most common of several species in this genus in the arum family (Araceae) that are used as ornamentals. Other common names besides “caladium” include angels wings and elephant ears.This is an “old-fashioned” plant, having been in cultivation in Europe since the late 1700’s, used for its dramatic foliage. The leaves generally have prominently colored midribs, contrasting margins, and patterns including mottled, veined and striped, in various combinations and shades of green, white, pink, rose and/or red