Grown from bulbs, not seed or slips, you should plant your bulbs when outdoor temperatures reach at least 70 degrees Fahrenheit (21 degrees Celsius). Caladiums are tropical plants that will not come forth until the soil has gotten warm enough. Like many plants, caladiums require very little care if they are planted at the right …
Caladium
With their green, pink, red, and white hues sprinkled across heart-shaped leaves, it’s easy to see why caladiums are so popular. When people see my prized caladium bulbs sprouting fresh green leaves and stems after the winter, they are always puzzled that I seem to manage such predictable growth each year. They often ask me, …
Caladiums also called elephant’s ears or mother-in-law plants, are popular because they are both colorful and hardy. Since they originated in South America, they prefer warm temperatures and suffer in cold weather. If kept outside, the bulbs need to be buried about two inches deep. They need to be dug up again to winter indoors …
There are many species of Caladium plants. Caladium is also called angel wings, elephant ears, exposition, fancy-leaved caladium, heart of Jesus, malanga, Mother-in-law-plant, pink cloud, Texas wonder, stoplight, and seagull. No matter what you call it, it’s poisonous. These plants can not only make pets and small children very sick but can kill them. Any …
There are quite a few things that I have to take into consideration whenever I want to plant something. It is important to consider what amount of sunlight the plant prefers, the ideal humidity for it, and many other factors. However, I also have to think about the best time to plant it. This applies …
Belonging to the Araceae family, caladium offers a wide range of colorful foliage in a full spectrum of shades. Perfect as a houseplant – some are so bright they look like flowers (check out the Thai Beauty for example) – they usually require a little special care to ensure they look their best. High humidity …
(image credits, IG:galohcenderakirana) Are you looking to switch up the style of your garden or interior space? If you are, Miss Muffet Caladium (Angel Wings) is the perfect plant to grow. This Jurassic-looking plant provides splashes, speckles, and striking contrast. It produces lime-green leaves with white veins and spattered with burgundy freckles. With such exquisite …
(image credit, IG:galohcenderakirana) Spring’s around the corner and we have for you just the plant to celebrate the growing season. The Moonlight Caladium is a show stopper from the “elephant ear” group of plants (along with Alocasia, Colocasia, etc.) belonging to the Araceae family. People grow Moonlight Caladium for the other-worldly, translucent white-colored, heart-shaped foliage. …
The Caladium plant offers a range of types, making it a popular choice for those wanting to add different splashes of color to their plant collection. This gorgeous perennial is relatively easy to care for at home when given the proper conditions. Caladium Thai Beauty Care Caladium “Thai Beauty” grows best in dappled light and …
Caladium plants are known for their foliage and growth cover, and are also referred to as Angel Wings in common vernacular. The general species is a frost intolerant tuberous perennial, and there are many different varieties and sub species. The Caladium Candidum, amongst other types, is native to South America. The Caladium grows largely in …