Caladium BULB 'Fiesta' Size #2(3 bulbs)

BULB SIZE : Diameter Size #2 : 1 inch to 1.5 inches Size #1 : 1.5 inch to 2.5 inches Jumbo : 2.5 inch to 3.5 inches Mammoth : 3.5 inch to 4.5 inch Mega-Mammoth : 4.5 inch to +++ Color: White Description: Creamy white leaf with light green webbing and heavy red main veins Sun Tolerance: Full Sun or Shade Height: Medium 12"-18" Sizes: The size of a caladium bulb is determined by the diameter of the caladium bulb. A vigorous healthy caladium bulb should have a rounded full base which provides the nutrients for growth of the caladium plant with very little fertilization required. Light and Forcing: Moderate light levels are fine for all varieties- 2500-4500 foot candles. Light is not necessary during the forcing time for caladiums which is generally 3-4 weeks. Stacking pots, covering them with plastic, and forcing them on racks will all work. After the caladiums start to show spikes of 1”-2” then you can spread them on benches. Please note that many caladium varieties are tolerant of full sun conditions. This makes them more adaptable for landscape or mixed container plantings. Temperatures: Providing adequate heat is the most important factor in timely forcing of caladiums. They force best if temperatures, including night time temperatures, can stay above 70 F. Damage to caladium plants will not occur in the 60’s but you will increase forcing time and lose valuable bench space. Fertilization: Caladiums are low feeders. Do not, we repeat, do not put them on a constant liquid