Caladium - Scarlet Flame

Pot size - 12cm

Caladium ‘Scarlet Flame’ – Bold Tropical Colour Burst 🔥🍃

Caladium ‘Scarlet Flame’ is a vivid variety known for its intense red leaves, accented with green borders and subtle veining. The heart-shaped foliage brings a flash of tropical drama to any indoor or shaded outdoor space. Perfect in pots, grouped displays, or as a standalone pop of colour, it’s a top pick for seasonal impact.

Key Features:

✔ Striking scarlet-red leaves with dark green margins
✔ Perfect for shade-loving summer colour indoors or out
✔ Grows 30–50cm tall with a lush, bushy shape
✔ Great for pots, containers, or bedding displays
✔ A brilliant addition to Caladium and foliage collections

Care Instructions:

• Light: Enjoys bright, indirect light indoors or partial shade outdoors

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, but not soggy – avoid letting it dry out completely

• Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity – mist regularly or use a pebble tray

• Soil: Use a light, well-draining mix rich in organic matter

• Feeding: Feed every 2–4 weeks in spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertiliser

• Temperature: Loves warmth – 18–28°C. Not frost-tolerant

• Dormancy: Caladiums may go dormant in colder months – reduce watering and allow to rest

🌿 Tip: If the plant dies back in winter, don’t worry – just store the tubers in a cool, dry place and replant in spring.