Caladium Carolyn Whorton《五彩芋》

🌸 Why You’ll Love It:

• Bold pink hues with classic green borders
• Adds sophistication and a pop of color
• Ideal for romantic, heritage, or garden-style themes

🌿 Caladium ‘Carolyn Whorton’ Care Tips

Caladium ‘Carolyn Whorton’ is a beloved classic with large, vibrant pink leaves, boldly veined in scarlet red, and framed with rich green margins. It’s one of the most recognizable and widely grown varieties, known for its reliable performance, bold color, and vintage garden charm—perfect for adding flair to shaded beds, borders, and decorative containers.

☀️ Light

• Partial to full shade is ideal for best color retention.

• Tolerates some morning sun, especially in cooler climates.

• Avoid harsh afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch or fading

💧 Watering

• Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.

• Water when the top 1–2 cm (½ inch) of soil feels dry.

• Reduce watering once the plant begins to go dormant.

🌱 Soil

• Prefers light, well-draining soil rich in organic matter.

• Use a mix of peat moss or coco coir + perlite + compost.

• Ensure good drainage, especially in containers.

💦 Humidity

• Enjoys high humidity (60–80%).

• Indoors: mist regularly or use a humidifier.

• Dry conditions may cause browning leaf edges.

🌡️ Temperature

• Thrives in 20–30°C (68–86°F).

• Not frost-hardy; avoid exposure below 15°C (59°F).

• In colder regions, lift and store tubers for winter.

🍃 Fertilizer

• Feed every 2–3 weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer, diluted to half strength.

• Too much nitrogen may reduce color vibrancy.

🌿 Dormancy Care

• Goes dormant in fall/winter.

• Let the foliage die back naturally.

• Dig up and store tubers in a cool, dry, and dark location until spring.

• Replant when temperatures are consistently warm.

🌺 Styling Tip:

Ideal for bold tropical beds, vintage-themed gardens, or color-blocked container designs. Pairs beautifully with white or green caladiums, coleus, or hostas for stunning contrast.

Let Carolyn Whorton bring graceful beauty and timeless style to your floral creations.