Caladium Gingerland (Angel Wings)
Prized for its vividly colored leaves, Caladium ‘Gingerland’ (Angel Wings) is a tuberous perennial with large, lance-shaped, creamy-white leaves adorned with cranberry freckles and dark green margins. Inconspicuous, calla-type flowers appear in summer, but they are usually hidden by the leaves. This dwarf, strap-leaved Caladium is ideal to enliven borders and containers. It also makes an excellent houseplant.
Prized for its vividly colored leaves, Caladium 'Gingerland' (Angel Wings) is a tuberous perennial with large, lance-shaped, creamy-white leaves adorned with cranberry freckles and dark green margins. Inconspicuous, calla-type flowers appear in summer, but they are usually hidden by the leaves. This dwarf, strap-leaved Caladium is ideal to enliven borders and containers. It also makes an excellent houseplant.
- Grows up to 12-18 in. high and wide (30-45 cm).
- Performs best in part shade to full shade, in humusy, moist, well-drained soils. Avoid direct sun or the leaves may scorch. Provide regular moisture and do not allow soils to dry out.
- Excellent in shaded beds and borders or containers.
- Generally disease and pest free, this plant requires little maintenance. Watch for slugs and snails.
- Tubers may be left in the ground in mild winter climates (USDA Zones 9-11). In colder areas, dig the tubers in fall before the first frost and store them in a cool, dry place over winter.
- To be planted in spring. Caladiums require warm soil to emerge and thrive.
- Harmful if eaten, skin and eye irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
Requirements
Hardiness | 9 – 12 |
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Heat Zones | 4 – 11 |
Climate Zones | H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Bulbs |
Plant Family | Caladium – Angel Wings |
Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late) |
Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spacing | 5″ (12cm) |
Depth | 2" (5cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Deer |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |