Fancy-leaved caladium 'Florida Cardinal'

Caladium bicolor

How to grow Fancy-leaved caladium 'Florida Cardinal'

  • Dappled Sun

  • Medium

Caladiums like hot temperatures and will sprout back in the early summer. In cooler zones they can be lift back in the fall, let dry and store to be planted next spring when temperatures stay above 65 degrees F.

Try to plant in a location that enjoys dappled sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Florida Cardinal is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside.

Growing Florida Cardinal from seed

Transplanting Florida Cardinal

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Florida Cardinal is a tender plant.

Harvesting Florida Cardinal