Wayside Gardens Caladium Bulbs
Best sun-tolerant foliage for gardeners seeking vibrant, heat-loving container displays.
This sun-tolerant caladium finally brings tropical, fancy-leaved drama to the brighter corners of your garden. While it demands warm soil to truly thrive, its oversized, uniquely patterned foliage offers a lush, high-impact alternative to the standard shade-loving varieties.
$19.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking sophisticated color palettes for shaded landscape designs
- Homeowners needing vibrant foliage for dim, low-light outdoor spaces
- Busy gardeners wanting long-lasting, low-maintenance tropical visual appeal
Who should skip it
- Gardeners living in cooler climates who dislike seasonal bulb maintenance
- Impatient planters wanting immediate results in early spring
- Pet owners and parents concerned about toxic plant ingestion
Performance breakdown
Heat Tolerance
Thrives in sweltering conditions where other fancy-leaved varieties often wilt.
Sun Adaptability
Rare sun-tolerant foliage allows for versatile placement in brighter garden spots.
Visual Impact
Striking chartreuse and red-purple variegation creates an immediate focal point.
Growth Habit
Provides a lush, expansive display that fills containers and borders quickly.
Container Suitability
Compact enough for pots but substantial enough to anchor mixed arrangements.
Ease of Establishment
Reliable bulb performance ensures a consistent show throughout the warm season.
Key Specs
Item Form
Bulb
Foliage Color
Chartreuse, Purple, Red, Variegated
Mature Height
17 inches
Mature Spread
63.4 inches
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 9, Zone 10
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade
Bloom Season
Spring
Bulb Quantity
5
Soil Type
Normal, Loamy
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
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