angel wings
Caladium bicolor
Overview
Angel Wings (Caladium bicolor) provides a vibrant splash of color to gardens and outdoor spaces. It's beautiful gray-green veined leaves come in a variety of hues including pink, white, red and burgundy. The heart-shaped foliage is also perfect as a border plant and as a backdrop in beds and borders. Angel Wings is a native of the tropic and can grow up to 60cm in height and 40cm in width. It is very low maintenance and can thrive in both full sun and part shade. It’s also quite resistant to pests and disease which makes it an ideal choice. A great addition to any garden or outdoor space, Angel Wings is definitely worth having in your garden!
Care Guide
Watering
Angel Wings should be watered regularly, approximately every 7–10 days. It is best to water the plants in the morning, when the sunlight and temperature are lower so that the water can be absorbed properly. Make sure the soil is consistently damp but not overly wet to prevent root rot. Aim for about 1-2 inches of water every 7-10 days.
Light
For the angel wings plant species, Caladium bicolor, exposure to sunlight is necessary for optimal growth and development. However, it is important not to over-expose the plant to direct sunlight since the leaves can get sunburned and the colors of the leaves may fade. It is best to provide the angel wings with indirect or filtered sunlight, such as dappled light or light that is filtered through a sheer fabric. During the summer months, the angel wings should receive between 4 to 8 hours of indirect sunlight per day. During the winter months, reduce the amount of sunlight it receives to 3 to 4 hours of indirect sunlight per day.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 9-10.
Pruning
Generally, faded and dried leaves should be removed as needed throughout the growing season of the plant. If needed, prune your angel wings in early spring before new growth begins to appear. Remove whole foliages down to the ground when pruning old leaves. Pruning can help to encourage the plants to redirect their focus to other growth areas.
Propagation
Division
Diseases & Pests
Common pests: Pest resistant, Disease resistant, Deer resistant, Rabbit resistant.
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