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Caladium ‘Red Flash’ (Angel Wings)

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Prized for its oversized vibrant leaves, Caladium ‘Red Flash’ (Angel Wings) is a tuberous perennial with large, heart-shaped, olive green leaves adorned with brilliant red veining and pink freckles. Inconspicuous, calla-type flowers appear in summer, but they are usually hidden by the leaves. Incredibly eye-catching, this fancy-leafed Caladium is more sun tolerant than most Caladiums and ideal to brighten borders and containers. It also makes an excellent houseplant.

  • Grows up to 24-36 in. tall (60-90 cm) and 2 ft. wide (60 cm).
  • Performs best in part shade to full shade, in humusy, moist, well-drained soils. Avoid direct sun or the leaves may scorch. Provide regular moisture and do not allow soils to dry out.
  • Excellent in shaded 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 H2
Plant Type Houseplants, Bulbs
Plant Family Araceae
Genus Caladium
Common names Heart of Jesus, Elephant Ear, Angel Wings
Exposure Partial Sun, Shade
Season of Interest Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late),
Height 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm)
Spread 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 6" (15cm)
Depth 2" (5cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Loam
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy
Tolerance Full Shade, Deer, Rabbit
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers
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Caladium: How to Grow and Care with Success
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Requirements

Hardiness 9 - 12
Heat Zones 4 - 11
Climate Zones H2
Plant Type Houseplants, Bulbs
Plant Family Araceae
Genus Caladium
Common names Heart of Jesus, Elephant Ear, Angel Wings
Exposure Partial Sun, Shade
Season of Interest Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late),
Height 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm)
Spread 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 6" (15cm)
Depth 2" (5cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Loam
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy
Tolerance Full Shade, Deer, Rabbit
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers
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