6 Caladium Buck Bulbs – Tropical Foliage Plant for Shade Gardens

Caladium Buck is a striking tropical foliage plant prized for its large, heart-shaped leaves that bring bold color and texture to shaded garden beds and containers. The leaves typically feature a vibrant mix of green, pink, and white, creating a lush, exotic display throughout the growing season. Caladiums are ideal for brightening shady areas where many other plants struggle, and they work beautifully in borders, mass plantings, and patio pots.

These bulbs (often called tubers) are easy to grow and reward you with a dramatic tropical look in just a few weeks after planting. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, Caladium Buck adds a touch of the tropics to any landscape.

Plant Features

• Heart-shaped leaves with vibrant green, pink, and white coloration
• Thrives in shade to partial shade
• Ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers
• Adds a tropical feel to shady landscapes
• Grows from bulbs (tubers) and returns year after year in warm climates

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Caladium bicolor
• Plant Type: Tropical perennial (grown as annual in cooler zones)
• Sunlight: Partial to full shade
• Soil: Well-drained, rich, moist soil
• Water Requirements: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Upright, clumping
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-11 (can be grown as annual elsewhere)
• Bloom Season: Grown for foliage; flowers are insignificant
• Mature Height: 12-24 inches
• Spacing: 8-12 inches apart

Planting & Care

Plant Caladium Buck bulbs outdoors after the last frost date, when soil temperatures have warmed to at least 65°F (18°C). Choose a location with partial to full shade and well-drained soil. Dig a hole about 2-3 inches deep and place the bulb with the knobby side (eyes) facing up. Space bulbs 8-12 inches apart. Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil evenly moist throughout the growing season. In cooler climates, you can start bulbs indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost for an earlier display.

Caladiums benefit from regular watering, especially during dry spells, but avoid overwatering to prevent bulb rot. Fertilize monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer to encourage lush foliage. In zones 9-11, bulbs can be left in the ground year-round; elsewhere, dig up bulbs before the first frost and store them in a dry, cool place for replanting next spring.

What's Included

6 Caladium Buck bulbs (tubers) for planting.