Photo by Leafari
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Caladium 'Desert Sunset'
Also Known As
- Desert Sunset Caladium
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 18"-24"
- W: 18"-24"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Caladium 'Desert Sunset' plant details
Caladium 'Desert Sunset' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with apricot, bronze, pink and variegated foliage. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Caladium 'Desert Sunset'
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: araceae
- Foliage: deciduous apricot, bronze, pink and variegated
- Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Uses: container plant, tropical-looking, unique
GROWING CONDITIONS for Caladium 'Desert Sunset'
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Leafari
Garden photo gallery of Caladium 'Desert Sunset'
By: Leafari
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Gardening facts about Caladium 'Desert Sunset' plant
How to Grow Caladium 'Desert Sunset'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled shade
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- pink
- apricot
- bronze
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
10b-12
Size
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Width: 8"-12"
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 12"-24"
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-3'
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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