About
Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Spring
Color
Red
Growth Habit
Clumping
Bloom Season
Summer through Late Summer
Plant Characteristics
Easy to Grow & Maintain
Use
Container Garden, Landscaping, Shaded Garden
Growing Conditions
Outdoor, Shade Tolerant
Plant Resistance
Deer, Rabbit
About Red Flash - Caladium Bulbs
Caladium hortulanem
Seed Type
Bulb
Also known as
Angel Wings
Red Flash is one of the most eye-catching Caladiums, with its large leaves featuring red hearts bordered by green edges and sprinkled all over with bright white specks. This can be grown in any region indoors, but only can be started outdoors once nighttime temperatures are in the high 60s and above.
Planting Information
Planting Red Flash - Caladium Bulbs
Planting Season
Spring
Light Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Planting Depth
Deep Enough to Cover with 2 inches of Soil
Plant Height
12-18 inches
Plant Spacing
4 to 6 inches
Water Needs
Average
Hardiness Zones
8, 9, 10, 11
Bulb Size
No. 1
View our Caladium Planting Guide to learn more.
Coverage
| Amount | Recommended Coverage |
|---|---|
| 3 Bulbs / Spring-Planted | Ships in Spring | Up to 2.5 Sq. Ft |
| 6 Bulbs / Spring-Planted | Ships in Spring | Up to 5 Sq. Ft |
| 9 Bulbs / Spring-Planted | Ships in Spring | Up to 12.5 Sq. Ft |
Companions Plants
Companion Plants for Red Flash - Caladium Bulbs
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