subject: For A Rainbow Of Color In Your Garden, Buy Caladium Bulbs! [print this page] Wherever you want a splash of color in your garden, consider the caladium. This plant carries so much color in every leaf that it is a wonder to behold. A compliment to any style garden, when you buy caladium bulbs (also known as tubers or corns) for any growing area you will be adding a plant that will truly stand out among the crowd.
The best time to choose your bulbs (these are also known as tubers or corns), is in the Spring, just before the growing season begins. Caladium sellers are just bringing out their wares and there are many pretty varieties to pick from. But don't plant them until your ground is warm enough. It will tell you on the package when to plant in your particular zone. If you plant too early the soil will be too cold for them to grow. Your bulbs will rot before they begin to sprout.
You will want to choose your caladiums as to how much sun is available around the area that you are planting in. Most a re shade lovers but some will take a bit of sun. Your nursery can advise you of what your plant will need.
Naturally, you want to make sure that your tubers are healthy. They should not have any mold or slime on them, and the skins should be dry. One tip is to cut the eyes out of your corns before you put them in the ground. Sounds awful, but it is reported to make the plant more colorful and robust.
Buying in large lots can save you money if you plan on using the caladium for borders. They are great in this application, adding color and definition to your area. The dwarf varieties work better here, and just think of a ruffled caladium border in shades of green and whites, or cut leaf types in ruby reds!
The most common varieties are dwarf and elephant ear. A display of huge elephant ear caladium on your deck can make you feel as if your were in a tropical paradise. Dwarfs grow smaller and more compact. The lacy leafed types are lovely in any setting. And you can mix them with other plants for contrast.
You may want to indulge in an ultimate surprise by purchasing a bulk lot of caladium bulbs that have been stored for the colder months but not labelled. They will cost less because of this, and imagine your wonder as you watch to see what colors and types emerge.
Caladiums are such a welcome addition to any garden. They can be used as a splash of jewel like color in a hanging application just as well as they can appear elegant and stately in an urn for the cemetery. Buy caladium bulbs for color and accents in your all of your planting areas.
