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Caladium 'Miss Muffet' (Angel Wings)

Angel Wings 'Miss Muffet', Miss Muffet Caladium, Fancy-Leafed Caladium


Sun tolerant, Caladium 'Miss Muffet' (Angel Wings) is a tuberous perennial with lush, heart-shaped, chartreuse leaves adorned with dark pink freckles. The equally dark pink veins may bleed into the lime green background, adding further color contrast. Inconspicuous, calla-type flowers appear in summer, but they are usually hidden by the leaves. This eye-catching swarf Caladium is terrific to add color and drama to shady borders, containers or hanging baskets. It also makes an excellent houseplant.

  • Grows up to 12 in. high and wide (30 cm).
  • Performs best in sun or part shade, in humusy, moist, well-drained soils. Provide regular moisture and do not allow soils to dry out.
  • Excellent in beds and borders or containers.
  • Generally disease and pest free, this plant requires little maintenance. Watch for slugs and snails.
  • Tubers may be left in the ground in mild winter climates (USDA Zones 9-11). In colder areas, dig the tubers in fall before the first frost and store them in a cool, dry place over winter.
  • To be planted in spring. Caladiums require warm soil to emerge and thrive.
  • Harmful if eaten, skin and eye irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
  • Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.

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Requirements

Hardiness 9 – 12
Heat Zones 4 – 11
Climate Zones H1, H2
Plant Type Bulbs
Plant Family Caladium - Angel Wings
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late)
Summer (Early,Mid,Late)
Height 1' (30cm)
Spread 1' (30cm)
Spacing 6" (15cm)
Depth 4" (10cm)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Loam
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy
Tolerance Deer
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Hanging Baskets, Patio and Containers

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Requirements

Hardiness 9 – 12
Heat Zones 4 – 11
Climate Zones H1, H2
Plant Type Bulbs
Plant Family Caladium - Angel Wings
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late)
Summer (Early,Mid,Late)
Height 1' (30cm)
Spread 1' (30cm)
Spacing 6" (15cm)
Depth 4" (10cm)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Loam
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy
Tolerance Deer
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Hanging Baskets, Patio and Containers

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