Caladium ‘Kong Kwan’ — Pink, White, and Green Caladium

Description

Caladium ‘Kong Kwan’ has heart-shaped leaves in green, pink, and white. Bold veins and soft color make it a good choice for shaded beds and pots.

This warm-season plant grows from a tuber. It likes warm soil, soft light, and steady moisture while it is growing.

Light

Grow it in bright shade or filtered light. Strong midday sun can burn the leaves. For another green, pink, and white form, see Caladium ‘Koh Kret City’.

Water and Soil

Use rich soil that drains well. Keep the soil lightly moist during active growth. Do not leave the tuber in wet soil. For a pale center with pink veins, see Caladium ‘Sao Chiang Mai’.

Warm-Season Care

Plant after the soil is warm. Feed lightly as needed. Remove old leaves when they fade. In cold areas, lift and store the tuber after the leaves die back. For stronger pink color, see Caladium ‘Pad Manee’.