Park Seed Tapestry Caladium
Park Seed
Park Seed

Park Seed Tapestry Caladium

4.5

Best decorative foliage for adding vibrant color to shaded garden spaces.

A vigorous, sun-tolerant foliage plant featuring dramatic, heart-shaped leaves with a unique tri-color pattern. It sprouts quickly and fills in densely, making it an excellent choice for both containers and garden beds.

Plant Type Flower
Bulb
Flower
Bloom Season Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall
Summer Summer, Fall
Sun Exposure Full Sun, Partial Shade
Usda Hardiness Zone Zone 9, Zone 10
9, 10 Zone 10
Zone 9, Zone 10

Who it's for

  • Gardeners looking to add dramatic color to low-light areas
  • Homeowners with gardens that receive mixed sun and shade
  • Urban gardeners with limited space for traditional flower beds

Who should skip it

  • Northern gardeners seeking low-maintenance perennial plants
  • Pet owners and parents of small children
  • Busy individuals who cannot commit to a frequent watering schedule

Performance breakdown

Foliage Vibrancy

Tri-colored leaves offer a striking, high-contrast visual impact.

Excellent

Growth Speed

Sprouts and fills in noticeably faster than standard caladium varieties.

Excellent

Sun Tolerance

Adaptable to brighter conditions where other caladiums typically wilt.

Excellent

Planting Versatility

Thrives equally well in containers or directly in garden beds.

Excellent

Maintenance Ease

Simple to grow, though requires frost protection in colder climates.

Good

Display Density

Produces a lush, full appearance that fills space quickly.

Excellent

Key Specs

Genus

Caladium

Species

hortulanum

Variety

'UF-172'

Item Form

Bulb

Mature Height

22 inches

Mature Width

7 inches

Sun Exposure

Full Sun, Part Shade

Soil Type

Normal, loamy

Moisture Requirements

Moist, well-drained

Hardiness Zones

9-10

Know before you buy

Still have a question?

Ask Metto anything about the Park Seed Tapestry Caladium before you decide.