{"product_id":"caladium-carolyn-wharton","title":"Caladium Carolyn Whorton Bulb","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"167\"\u003eCaladium Bulbs\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"217\"\u003eA living stained-glass window for your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"490\"\u003eCaladiums are grown for their extraordinary heart-shaped foliage — splashed, veined, and freckled in shades of pink, white, red, and green. These tropical beauties bring dramatic colour to shady patios, garden beds, and containers where many other plants fade into green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"632\"\u003eEach bulb produces lush, paper-thin leaves that glow in filtered light, making them perfect for layered planters and soft, romantic borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"775\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"644\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light to partial shade\u003cbr data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"686\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"697\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–24 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"713\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"726\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade gardens, patio containers, underplanting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"848\"\u003eA summer statement plant that feels both nostalgic and wildly tropical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"853\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"885\"\u003eHow to Grow Caladium Bulbs\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eWarm soil. Gentle light. A little patience — and then a riot of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"982\"\u003e🌱 Planting Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003ePlant outdoors once soil temperatures are consistently above \u003cstrong data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003e15°C (60°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e. In Alberta, this is typically late May to early June.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003eYou can start bulbs indoors 4–6 weeks earlier for a head start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003e🥔 Planting the Bulb\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003e• Plant 1–2 inches deep\u003cbr data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e• Position with knobby “eyes” facing upward\u003cbr data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003e• Space 8–12 inches apart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003eIf bulbs are large, they can be divided — just ensure each piece has at least one eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e🌿 Soil \u0026amp; Location\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003e• Rich, well-draining soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003e• Partial shade to bright indirect light\u003cbr data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003e• Morning sun is tolerated; avoid harsh afternoon sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003eIn containers, use a high-quality potting mix with added compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003e• Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy\u003cbr data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003e• Do not allow soil to dry out completely\u003cbr data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003e• Reduce watering as foliage begins to decline in fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003eCaladiums prefer consistent moisture but dislike sitting in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003e🌡 Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1980\"\u003eThese are true tropical plants. Growth slows dramatically in cool weather. They thrive in warmth and humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003e🍂 End of Season Care (Cool Climates)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003eIn colder regions like Alberta:\u003cbr data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003e• Dig bulbs before first frost\u003cbr data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2093\"\u003e• Allow to dry for several days\u003cbr data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2127\"\u003e• Store in a cool (15–20°C), dry place over winter\u003cbr data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2180\"\u003e• Replant the following spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2217\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2243\"\u003eWhy Grow Caladium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003e• Exceptional foliage colour\u003cbr data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2275\"\u003e• Ideal for shade gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"2300\" data-end=\"2303\"\u003e• Perfect container feature plant\u003cbr data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2339\"\u003e• Easy seasonal tropical impact\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003eThey’re less about flowers — and entirely about leaf drama.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Botanist Calgary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48135663648920,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/7550\/9912\/files\/Screenshot2026-02-15at3.53.42PM.png?v=1771201773","url":"https:\/\/www.thebotanistcalgary.com\/products\/caladium-carolyn-wharton","provider":"The Botanist Calgary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}