Enhance your garden with the Mix Blue Caladium, a stunning variety cherished for its striking blue-toned foliage and decorative appeal. A cottage garden essential, this heirloom, non-GMO plant thrives in shaded or partially shaded areas, adding a splash of color and texture to borders, containers, and indoor planters. Easy to grow and maintain, it’s perfect for gardeners seeking long-lasting beauty and unique foliage.
Features & Specifications
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Plant Type: Decorative foliage plant
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Leaf Colors: Shades of blue with green accents
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Growth Habit: Upright, compact to medium form
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Height: 12 – 24 inches
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Season of Interest: Summer through fall
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Uses: Ideal for shaded gardens, borders, pots, and indoor planters
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Seed Quality: Heirloom, Non-GMO, high germination rate
Planting & Sowing Instructions
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Sowing Time: Start indoors in early spring or sow outdoors once soil is warm and frost-free.
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter.
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Light Needs: Partial to full shade; avoid strong midday sun.
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Sowing Depth: Plant seeds ¼ inch deep and cover lightly with soil.
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Spacing: 10 – 14 inches apart for proper growth.
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Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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Care Tips: Mulch to conserve moisture and remove faded leaves to encourage new growth.