Caladium Outdoor Care. However a few tips on how to care for caladium indoors might see you enjoying the attractive leaves for a bit longer than outdoor grown tubers. Replant them when the soil is warm again.
Caladiums need to be watered on a regular basis especially during dry conditions. The most important factors in caladium care are moisture and feeding. What makes them attractive is that they come in a variety of leaf colours to add attraction to your garden.
The variegated coloring is most often green with pink or white on the inner part of the leaf.
Use a slow release fertilizer such as osmocote outdoor indoor smart release plant food 19 6 12 or a liquid feed such as miracle gro liquid all purpose plant food 12 4 8. Fortunately it is possible to enjoy the same plants next year if you remember to dig up the tubers and bring them indoors to store for the winter. They are a great way to add color to shady areas. Caladiums prefer shade and in mild climates with no.