Caladium 'Florida Sweetheart' | RARE tropical pink houseplant, hybrid variety, perennial pink and green foliage, spring tuber/bulb
Caladium 'Florida Sweetheart' bulb
Caladium 'Florida Sweetheart' bulb
Caladium Florida Sweetheart - Terrace Garden France
Caladium Florida Sweetheart - Terrace Garden France
Caladium Florida Sweetheart
Caladium Florida Sweetheart
Caladium 'Florida Sweetheart' bulb
Caladium Florida Sweetheart - Terrace Garden France
Caladium 'Florida Sweetheart' bulb
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Caladium Florida Sweetheart

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The beautiful Caladium Florida Sweetheart is a tuberous plant native to the tropical regions of Brazil, belonging to the Araceae family. Renowned for its vibrant foliage, this ornamental aroid is often cultivated in containers or used as a border plant. Its heart-shaped, bright pink leaves with dark pink veins and bright green edges make it a captivating addition to any space, especially with its semi-transparent leaves that sparkle in the sunlight.

General Caladium Info

  • Ships as: Bulb/tuber
  • Plant Type: Herb
  • Life Cycle: Perennial
  • Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
  • Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acidic (6.1 – 6.5) to Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
  • Maximum Recommended Zone: Zone 13
  • Other Info: Deer and rabbit resistant, humidity tolerant; Warning: Toxic to cats and dogs

Growing Tips

  • Light, Heat, and Humidity: Caladiums require ample light, heat, and humidity for optimal growth. Ensure they are planted in a bright spot with sufficient warmth and humidity.
  • Starting Your Bulbs: Plant bulbs about 2" deep with eyes facing up, 8-12" apart, in a shallow container with good drainage. Keep the pot in a bright location.
  • Watering: Water generously after planting and maintain slightly damp soil. Roots and sprouts will form in a few weeks.
  • Soil: Use a mix of houseplant potting soil, heather soil, perlite, sphagnum moss, or compressed coconut fiber for optimal growth.

Caring for Your Florida Sweetheart Caladium

  • Patience: Be patient for growth to appear, typically within a few weeks. Once leaves unfold, repot into a larger pot with well-draining substrate.
  • Light needs: Provide bright light and high humidity to enhance the vibrancy of colors. 
  • Humidity: Consider using a humidifier or spraying foliage with filtered water.
  • Fertilizer: During growth, apply diluted liquid fertilizer for indoor plants, avoiding contact with leaves.

Winter Care

  • Preparing for Dormancy: As autumn ends, reduce watering gradually. Once foliage wilts completely, cut down stems, and dig up bulbs. Air dry before storing in a dark, well-ventilated, dry place above 15°C.