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Fancy-Leafed Caladium

Caladium Bicolor

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Overview

The Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium bicolor) is a tropical perennial showcasing broad, heart-shaped leaves. Known for its striking variegation, foliage comes in hues of red, pink, white, and green. Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it flourishes in partial to full shade. Reaching 1-2.5 feet in height and width, Caladiums add vivid color to understory plantings and container arrangements. Moist, well-draining soil is critical for optimal growth. Keep protected from cold temperatures.

Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater HighZones 11–11Type Perennial
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it flourishes in partial to full shade
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — A mature plant reaches up to 18 to 24 inches in height and spreads roughly the sameFancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — strike contrast with darker foliageFancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — Use Fancy-Leafed Caladiums to create vivid underplantings in shaded nooksFancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — Moist, well-draining soil is critical for optimal growthFancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — contributing both vertical and horizontal interest to a design.<br><br>For optimal growthFancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — maintain consistently moist soil without saturation and provide a balanced+31

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Shade
Water
High
USDA zones
11–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Araceae

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Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it flourishes in partial to full shade
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — A mature plant reaches up to 18 to 24 inches in height and spreads roughly the same
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — strike contrast with darker foliage
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — Use Fancy-Leafed Caladiums to create vivid underplantings in shaded nooks
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — Moist, well-draining soil is critical for optimal growth
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — contributing both vertical and horizontal interest to a design.<br><br>For optimal growth
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — maintain consistently moist soil without saturation and provide a balanced
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — These plants prefer dappled sunlight to partial shade
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — Caladiums add vivid color to understory plantings and container arrangements
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — consider their preference for moist
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — well-drained soils and an environment protected from strong winds
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — display a mesmerizing mosaic of colors ranging from pure white through various shades of pink to deep red
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — which can grow up to 12 inches long and 6 to 8 inches wide
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — Keep protected from cold temperatures
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — Reaching 1-2.5 feet in height and width
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — water-soluble fertilizer every four to six weeks during the growing season
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — The Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium bicolor) is a tropical perennial showcasing broad, heart-shaped leaves
Fancy-Leafed Caladium (Caladium Bicolor) — Known for its striking variegation, foliage comes in hues of red, pink, white, and green
Caladium Bicolor
Caladium Bicolor
Caladium Bicolor
Caladium Bicolor
Caladium Bicolor
Caladium Bicolor
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