White Queen Caladium
Brighten any shaded garden with the 'White Queen' Caladium, a tropical beauty native to South American rainforests. Its large, heart-shaped leaves feature a striking creamy white color, accented by vibrant crimson centers and a subtle green trim, perfect for illuminating darker garden areas. This tuberous perennial thrives in heat and humidity, making it an excellent choice for containers, baskets, or as a colorful ground cover. Plant in spring when soil has warmed, and protect tubers from frost in cooler climates by overwintering indoors.
$15.99
Owner Satisfaction
3.9
/ 5
Category Rank
3120
/ 3259
#3120 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-32%
Below average
Zones
310
/ -
Who it's for
- Exceptional Shade Brightener
- Ideal Container Plant
- Long-Lasting Foliage Display
Who should skip it
- Requires Winter Storage
- Pet and Child Toxicity Risk
- High Moisture Dependency
Key Specs
Zones
3-10
Mature Height
12-24 inches tall
Bulb Spacing
5 per sq ft
Flower Bulb Size
#1 (1.5-2.5 inches)
Planting Depth
1-2 inches deep
Soil Type
Loamy Soil, Well-Drained Soil
Ships As
Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
Features
- Deer resistant foliage
- Easy for beginners to grow
- Ideal for container planting
- Thrives in heat and humidity
- Brightens dark garden areas
- Striking color contrast
- Grown indoors as a houseplant
What customers say
The White Queen Caladium offers stunning visual impact with dramatic white and pink veining, creating an elegant tropical feel in shaded areas. When established, the foliage size and color vibrancy are exceptional showstoppers. However, customer experience is highly variable due to significant concerns about initial tuber quality. Many reported receiving soft, moldy, or nonviable tubers, leading to poor sprouting rates and dissatisfaction. For those receiving healthy stock, the resulting display is excellent, confirming the plant's high aesthetic value. The core issue remains the inconsistency in tuber viability, which directly impacts the overall perceived value of the product.
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