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When to Plant Caladium Bulbs Caladiums are tropical tubers and MUST be warm to flourish. It is critical to wait to plant your caladiums until your soil temperature is at or above 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Cool weather will significantly delay germination.
- When can I plant caladiums outside?
- What month do you plant caladium bulbs?
- Should you soak caladium bulbs before planting?
- Where do caladiums grow best?
- How cold can caladiums tolerate?
- What is the best fertilizer for caladiums?
- How do you make caladiums grow faster?
- What kind of soil do Caladiums need?
- How deep do you plant caladiums?
- Do caladiums multiply?
- Do caladiums like coffee grounds?
- Can caladium grow outdoors?
When can I plant caladiums outside?
Planting caladium bulbs takes little effort. They can be planted directly in the garden during spring or started indoors four to six weeks before the average frost date. Soil temperature is an important consideration, as planting too early outdoors can cause tubers to rot.
What month do you plant caladium bulbs?
Yes, caladiums tend to emerge fairly late in spring, even early summer, when planted directly in the garden so many gardeners prefer to start them early indoors. Start them about 6 weeks before last frost. Plant one inch deep in pots large enough to accommodate the bulbs, use a good quality potting soil.
Should you soak caladium bulbs before planting?
If you are living in a colder environment, a good practice is to soak the bulb in lukewarm water for about an hour before planting them. ... In our tropical climate, this step can be skipped as our weather is warm enough to trigger the bulbs to sprout.
Where do caladiums grow best?
SHADE AND SUN: Caladiums are ideal for shady yards and gardens. In southern areas they grow best in full to partial shade. In northern areas, most caladiums can also be grown in the sun as long as they get enough water and their leaves are shielded during the hottest part of the day.
How cold can caladiums tolerate?
Although caladiums can tolerate temperatures below 70 F, they won't grow as well or as large. They can tolerate temperatures as low as 45 F, but they do best when the average daytime temperature remains above 70 F and the average nighttime temperature remains above 60 F.
What is the best fertilizer for caladiums?
Caladiums are heavy feeders of potash and phosphorus and must have ample moisture and summer feeding of fertilizer in order to produce good tubers for the next growing season. Apply 1 tablespoon of 5-10-10 fertilizer per square foot every 4 to 6 weeks during the growing season.
How do you make caladiums grow faster?
Because they love hot weather, the warmer the ground and air temperature when you plant, the faster they will grow. According to Caladium World, you should wait until overnight temperatures remain consistently above 65 degrees Fahrenheit to plant your caladium bulbs.
What kind of soil do Caladiums need?
Best Soil for Caladiums: Caladiums need well-drained soil that's rich in organic matter, such as mushroom compost or chopped leaves.
How deep do you plant caladiums?
Growing Guide
Plant the caladium bulbs (or tuber) in holes that are 3-4 inches deep, allowing 1 ½ - 2 inches of soil to cover them.
Do caladiums multiply?
Caladiums grow from bulbs and can come back each year.
Do caladiums like coffee grounds?
Coffee grounds are a good source of slow-release nitrogen, but are also acidic (3.0-5.0 pH). When using them as a side dressing, concentrate on acid-loving plants such as blueberries, raspberries, rhododendrons, azaleas, hibiscus, begonias, caladiums, impatiens, gardenias, citrus (in pots), heathers and most conifers.
Can caladium grow outdoors?
Caladiums thrive outdoors during the warmer months and add a lush, exotic touch to your yard or garden. Most Caladiums are at home in the shade or partial shade, but some varieties are more sun tolerant (see caladium catalog page) and can be planted in areas with little shade.
