Overview
Caladium 'Red Frill' (v) is a clump-forming bedding in the genus Caladium, part of the Araceae family, with deciduous foliage. Caladium 'Red Frill' (v) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include houseplant.
About
Caladium 'Red Frill' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Caladium genus, known for its distinctive arrowhead-shaped leaves. As a tuberous plant often grown indoors, it thrives best in well-drained, moist loam soil with a neutral pH. This deciduous plant prefers full sun exposure, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position. Hardy to UK zone H1b, 'Red Frill' is primarily valued as a houseplant and is typically propagated by division. Its season of interest is spring, when its striking foliage is most prominent.
About the genus
Caladium is a genus of flowering plants in the family Araceae. They are often known by the common name elephant ear, heart of Jesus, and angel wings. There are over 1000 named cultivars of Caladium bicolor from the original South American plant.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Caladium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Caladium 'Red Frill' (v) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bedding, Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Houseplant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Caladium 'Red Frill' (v)
- Propagation
- Division
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to red spider mites
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to oedema
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Caladium 'Red Frill' (v)?
Caladium 'Red Frill' (v) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Caladium 'Red Frill' (v) need?
Caladium 'Red Frill' (v) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
Is Caladium 'Red Frill' (v) hardy in the UK?
Caladium 'Red Frill' (v) has an RHS hardiness rating of H1b, meaning it needs subtropical warmth of 10–15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Caladium 'Red Frill' (v)?
Division.
