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Caladium

Caladium bicolor, Araceae

Zones
9a–13b
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5.5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Lemon GeraniumPelargonium crispum
Pest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Red GingerAlpinia purpurata

Red ginger dense growth can overwhelm delicate caladium plants

Hanging Lobster ClawHeliconia rostrata

Large heliconia leaves create too much shade for light-loving caladium plants

Uses

Functions

Ornamental

Common Questions

What zones does Caladium grow in?

Caladium grows in USDA hardiness zones 9a through 13b.

What are good companion plants for Caladium?

Good companions for Caladium include Lemon Geranium.

Design guilds with Caladium and see companion relationships visually.

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