Wayside Gardens Caladium Wildfire Bulbs
Best sun-tolerant foliage for gardeners seeking vibrant, low-maintenance tropical color.
These bulbs bring a high-contrast, tropical punch to your garden that most shade-loving foliage can’t match. While they demand a bit of patience as they wake from dormancy, their ability to thrive in direct sun makes them an effortless way to inject bold, magenta-flecked color into your landscape.
$18.95
Who it's for
- Landscapers wanting low-maintenance, season-long visual interest
- Gardeners seeking dramatic focal points for shaded areas
- Homeowners needing vibrant color for low-light garden spots
Who should skip it
- Gardeners living in colder climates avoiding seasonal bulb storage
- Busy plant owners unable to maintain consistent soil moisture
- Parents and pet owners prioritizing household safety
Performance breakdown
Foliage Vibrancy
The striking magenta and white contrast provides immediate, high-impact garden color.
Sun Tolerance
Rare sun-loving capability expands placement options beyond typical shade-only caladium varieties.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to containers, borders, or direct landscape planting schemes.
Growth Potential
Reaches a substantial two-foot stature, creating a lush, full-bodied visual display.
Hardiness Range
Strict zone requirements limit outdoor success to warmer, frost-free climates.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and bold patterns make for excellent, long-lasting indoor arrangements.
Key Specs
SKU
26532-PK-5
Genus
Caladium
Species
hortulanum
Pack Size
5 bulbs
Item Form
Bulb
Hardiness Zones
9 - 10
Mature Height
2 Feet
Mature Width
2 Feet
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Plant Lifecycle
Perennial
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