6 Pinky Swear Caladium Bulbs – Colorful Tropical Foliage for Shade Gardens

Pinky Swear Caladium is a striking tropical foliage plant prized for its vibrant, heart-shaped leaves. The foliage features a lively combination of pink, green, and white, adding a splash of color to shaded areas. These caladiums are ideal for brightening up shade gardens, containers, and borders, and their bold leaves create a lush, tropical feel wherever they are planted.

Caladiums are easy-to-grow bulbs that thrive in warm, humid conditions and partial to full shade. They are perfect for gardeners looking to add a pop of color to low-light spots. Whether planted in beds, pots, or hanging baskets, Pinky Swear Caladium delivers reliable performance and eye-catching beauty throughout the growing season.

Plant Features

• Heart-shaped leaves with vibrant pink, green, and white coloration
• Thrives in shade to partial sun
• Ideal for containers, borders, and shade gardens
• Adds a tropical touch to any landscape
• Easy to grow from bulbs

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Caladium bicolor
• Plant Type: Tropical perennial (grown as annual in cooler zones)
• Sunlight: Partial shade 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 (often 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 Pinky Swear Caladium bulbs outdoors after the last frost date, when soil temperatures have warmed to at least 70°F (21°C). Choose a location with well-draining soil and partial to full shade. Dig a hole about 2 inches deep and place the bulb with the knobby side up (the side with the growing point). Cover with soil and water thoroughly. Space bulbs 8-12 inches apart to allow room for growth.

Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Caladiums benefit from regular watering during dry spells. Mulching around the plants helps retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer to encourage lush foliage. In cooler climates, dig up bulbs before the first frost and store them in a dry, frost-free location for replanting next season.

What's Included

6 Pinky Swear Caladium bulbs.