Va Va Violet™ Shade Caladium
Caladium hortulanum
Overview
The Caladium hortulanum is a striking foliage annual with upright, strap-like leaves washed in lavender-violet and green. It matures at 15-20 inches tall and 8-10 inches wide, bringing vivid color to compact shade plantings. Grow in part shade to shade, in warm, moist but well-drained soil with average water. Excellent in containers, borders, and mass plantings. Hardy in USDA Zones 10-11.
Water Medium
Culture
- Water
- Medium
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 1.25–1.6666666 Ft.
- Mature width
- 0.6666667–0.8333333 Ft.
Classification
- Family
- Araceae
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