Data specific to Caladiums (Edit)
Hybridizer: Robert Dale Hartman - Classic Caladiums
Leaf shape: Lance/Strap
Primary leaf color: Red
Misc Caladium Details: Sun tolerant

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Water Preferences: Wet Mesic
Mesic
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 13
Plant Height: 18 to 24 inches
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Fruit: Other: Berries white when ripe.
Uses: Suitable as Annual
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Toxicity: Other: All parts of plant contain calcium oxalate crystals, an irritant to the mouth and esophagus. Toxic to cats and dogs.
Propagation: Other methods: Division
Offsets
Containers: Suitable in 1 gallon
Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Miscellaneous: Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: PP23,992
Goes Dormant
Parentage: White Wing X Florida Red Ruffles

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Common names
  • Lance-leaf Caladium
  • Strap-leaf Caladium

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Location: Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales Florida
Date: 2019-08-06

Hearts Delight Caladiums - a creation of Classic Caladiums CEO, D

Photo courtesy of Proven Winners
  • Uploaded by Joy

Photo courtesy of Proven Winners
  • Uploaded by Joy

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