Planting Caladium Bulbs In Florida

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Planting caladium bulbs in florida. We ship you caladium bulbs and elephant ear bulbs direct from the farm in lake placid florida the caladium capitol of the world. The best leaf color is achieved by planting each variety in the amount light it prefers. In north and central florida plant caladium tubers in the ground between april and september. If you re growing caladiums indoors keep them in a warm room with plenty of light until outside temperatures are warm enough to transplant.

Hardiness zones 9 10 march 15. Caladiums are fast growers that do fine anywhere in south florida. Bigger bulbs yield more foliage go figure. Caladium bulbs are sold in various size grades based on the diameter of the bulb.

Hardiness zone 8 april 15. We have been growing quality caladiums on our farm for over 30 years. Hardiness zone 7 may 1. Caladiums add color and beauty to all of your creative planting beds and gardens.

Cooler soil will result in tuber rot and slow growth. The list above is a. When planting tubers place them eye side up the puckered knobby side. Hardiness zones 3 4 5 june 15.

Bulb size tips planting separations by bulb size yup it s true. The leaves will die back in late fall as cool weather begins and re emerge the following late spring. Enhance sidewalks and driveways with a splash of reds pinks or whites. If you have no idea about top and bottom just plant it any which way and it will grow.

Generally the larger the bulb you purchase the better the performance as the bulb is the source of energy reserve for the plant therefore the larger. Caladium bulbs should be planted about 2 inches under the soil. Hardiness zone 6 june 1. Plant caladium tubers in soil that is at least 60 70 f.

Maybe a colorful mixed batch of our very best caladium bulbs to brighten a shady spot in your yard. The following chart shows our recommended planting distances if you are planting a large bed. In south florida tubers can be planted between march and september. We recently have decided to make our products available to the public directly from the farm.

These spacing distances will typically result in a nice full bed with no gapping between plants.