elephant ear 'John Peed' · Pruning

elephant ear 'John Peed' · Caladium 'John Peed'

Start the tubers off in pots of houseplant compost in early spring. Plant the tubers so that their growing tip is about 5cm below the soil level. Water sparingly initially and keep the pots warm (about 20°C) to help them come out of their winter dormancy. Protect from direct sun, which can burn the foliage. In autumn the foliage will begin to die back; suspend watering and remove withered top growth. Either lift and store the tubers or keep them in their pots over winter. Start them back into growth the following spring

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Partial shadeHarmful if eaten, skin/eye irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]