- Light Requirement is Full Sun to Full Shade
- Height 15-20 Inches
- Width 10-14 Inches
- Use as a thriller when using in containers
- Unique pink variegated foliage!
A tropical plant that is prized for its unique pink foliage, Caladium is simply irreplaceable in containers. Plus, you can bring them indoors as houseplants when temperatures start to dip! The variegated leaves display an intense rosy hue at the center that lightens as it grows closer to the margin, which is a deep green. You’ll even see some white in a Caladium leaf. Caladium Radiance is perfect for containers in sun or shade. They are heat tolerant and add unique visual interest to containers and large planters.
Caladium is a favorite “thriller” choice for containers thanks to its variegated colors, wide leaves and upright habit. You won’t see leaves as colorful as this on any other plant. It’s also a popular house plant, so with Caladium Radiance, you can get the best of both worlds!
Heart to Heart Radiance Caladium Care
Caladium is adaptable to different light conditions, but would like some shade in areas where the sun can get intense. Your particular growing region will dictate the planting time and sun needs for your Caladium. Planting can be done anywhere between spring and early summer, depending on your last frost date and spring temperatures. Soil temperatures must be above 50°F. Caladiums grown in hot, sunny regions like the Southwest and Midwest will require more shade than those grown in the Northeast and Northwest, for instance. Caladiums require a small amount of balanced fertilizing every month, as well as well-draining soil and consistent moisture.
Caladiums are well known as indoor plants, and can be brought indoors after spending the summer outside. Check your plant to be sure it is healthy and pest-free before bringing indoors. They thrive in a warm, sunny location like a windowsill. Because they are tropical plants, they require warmth and humidity. Try misting your plant frequently or keeping it on a pebble plant to provide humidity, especially in the winter when indoor air is dry.
Heart to Heart Radiance Caladium Spacing
One healthy Caladium per container is usually perfect for adding the color and texture you need. However, if you have a large container or planter box, you can plant several Caladiums to get a big impact. Try planting them about 4” apart in your large planters to give them space to grow, but enjoy a lush display of their big, variegated leaves. Caladium can be planted in clusters in garden beds, but be sure to wait until soil temperatures are between 50-65°F to plant them. If planting Caladium into a garden bed, allow for 6-8” space between each tuber.
Heart to Heart® Radiance Caladium Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 10-11 |
| Flower Color(s): Grown for Foliage |
| Foliage Color(s) Green, Pink, White |
| Foliage Description: Rose, Pink, Green and White |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun to Full Shade |
| Height Class: Medium |
| Height: 15-20 Inches |
| Spread: 10-14 Inches |
| Spacing: 10-14 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Container Role: Thriller |
| Use Types: Border Plant, Container, Houseplant, Landscape, Mass Planting |
| Features: Foliage Interest, Deadheading Not Necessary |
| Maintenance: Easy |
| Scientific Name: Caladium hortulanum USPP 27,095 |
| Common Name: Heart to Heart® Radiance Caladium |
| Other Name(s): |
| Plant Type: Annual |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
- SKU:
- CALRA
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)
Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations