Heart to Heart® 'Mesmerized' Sun or Shade Caladium Bulbs
Heart to Heart® 'Mesmerized' Sun or Shade Caladium Bulbs
Bulbs will be shipped based on your zone. Please see the shipping schedule.
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Introducing 'Mesmerized', a stunning and vibrant Caladium variety that will instantly capture attention with its bold and intricate colors. The fancy red form of 'Mesmerized' is beautifully contrasted with striking shades of green, chartreuse, and orange-red, creating a captivating display of nature’s artistry. Known as a shade-to-sun plant, 'Mesmerized 'will flourish when given the proper amount of sunlight, adding a vivid burst of color and texture to your indoor garden. Perfect for brightening up any space, it’s a must-have for anyone looking to add an eye-catching, low-maintenance beauty to their home decor.
Below is the shipping schedule for bulbs:
Zone 9b – Week of 3/10
Zone 9a – Week of 3/17
Zone 8b – Week of 3/24
Zone 8a – Week of 3/31
Zone 7b – Week of 4/7
Zone 7a – Week of 4/14
Zone 6b – Week of 4/21
Zone 6a – Week of 4/28
Zone 5b – Week of 5/5
Zone 5a – Week of 5/12
Zone 4b – Week of 5/19
Zone 4a – Week of 5/26
Tips for growing caladiums from bulbs:
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How to plant: caladium bulbs will have a knobbly top side that will be painted white. This side goes up when planting! Plants bulbs 1.5-2.5" deep. If you are planting Jumbo size bulbs, plant 1 per sq. ft. If you are planting #1 size bulbs, plant 2 per sq. ft.
- When to plant: when your soil is 60-70°. If planting in a Northern climate, bulbs can be started indoors in a warm moist environment to give them a head start.
- Where to plant: caladiums are very shade tolerant! While there are some varieties that can handle sun, caladiums are known for bringing a pop of color to the shadiest corners of your garden. Make sure to plant in an area with moist, well-draining soil.
- How to store after the season? While caladiums are considered an annual in most zones, you can dig them up and re-plant next year. Begin digging if your temperatures stay consistently under 60° with foliage still attached. Let them dry in a well ventilated area for about a week before cutting off the foliage to about 1 in. If you are leaving the bulbs in a container for next year, move the container inside somewhere above 60° and stop watering when foliage starts to fall over. At this time, remove all leaves and bring container back outside next season when temperatures remain above 60°.
- Which size is right for you? Choose Jumbo size bulbs to get larger, fuller plants faster. Choose #1 size bulbs if your growing season is long and they will have plenty of time to mature. The sizes of caladium bulbs vary naturally by variety, so not every jumbo sized bulb you receive will look the same. Generally, Jumbo size bulbs are about 2.5 to 3.5" in diameter, while #1 size bulbs range from 1.5 to 2.5".
Read more on our blog about how to grow caladiums from bulbs.
Features
- Heat Tolerant
- Resists Deer
Characteristics
- Height: 15-20 in.
- Spread: 10-14 in.
- Habit: Upright
- Light Requirements: Full Sun (6+ Hours)
- Light Requirements: Part Sun (4-6 Hours)
- Light Requirements: Shade (<4 Hours)