{"product_id":"caladium-rhapsody","title":"Caladium Rhapsody","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe fancy-leaved\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/terracegardenfrance.business\/blogs\/caring-for-your-plants\/how-to-grow-caladiums-from-bulb\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/terracegardenfrance.business\/blogs\/caring-for-your-plants\/how-to-grow-caladiums-from-bulb\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCaladium\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rhapsody is a variety of medium height, \u003c\/span\u003esporting a pink blush from the veins to the leaf edges. Please note that Rhapsody is a late variety and may take 8-9 weeks to germinate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ea tuberous plant belonging to the Araceae family. This ornamental aroid is often cultivated in containers or as a border plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGENERAL CALADIUM INFO\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name: \u003c\/strong\u003eCaladium x hortulanum Rhapsody\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShips as:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBulb\/tuber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBulb size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHerb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePerennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epart to full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH Preferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSlightly acidic (6.1 – 6.5) to Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Recommended Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eZone 13\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDeer and rabbit resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarning:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eToxic to cats and dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight, Heat, and Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCaladiums require ample light, heat, and humidity for optimal growth. Ensure they are planted in a bright spot with sufficient warmth and humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting Your Bulbs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePlant bulbs about 2\" deep with eyes facing up, 8-12\" apart, in a shallow container with good drainage. Keep the pot in a bright location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWater generously after planting and maintain slightly damp soil. Roots and sprouts will form in a few weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUse a mix of houseplant potting soil, combined with heather soil, perlite, sphagnum moss, or compressed coconut fiber for optimal growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaring for Your Caladium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatience:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBe patient for growth to appear, typically within a few weeks. Once leaves unfold, repot into a larger pot with the well-draining substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight needs:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe Rhapsody caladium enjoys sun; and bright indirect light enhances the vibrancy of the colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCaladiums love humid conditions. Consider using a humidifier or spraying foliage with filtered water. This helps keep the colors vibrant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDuring growth, apply diluted liquid fertilizer for indoor plants, avoiding contact with leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-term care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt can be grown in the garden or indoors as a houseplant on a veranda or bright windowsill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTrimming back the leaves is not necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eElephant ears winter care\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparing for Dormancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAs autumn ends, reduce watering gradually. Once foliage wilts completely, cut down stems, and dig up bulbs. Air dry before storing in a dark, well-ventilated, dry place above 15°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Terrace Garden France","offers":[{"title":"1 bulb\/tuber","offer_id":41592517263521,"sku":"","price":5.66,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 bulbs\/tubers","offer_id":41592517296289,"sku":"","price":16.01,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 bulbs\/tubers","offer_id":41592517329057,"sku":"","price":26.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 bulbs\/tubers","offer_id":41592517361825,"sku":"","price":52.22,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/5658\/9217\/files\/il-fullxfull-3712959829-8bp1-_1.jpg?v=1729022940","url":"https:\/\/terracegardenfrance.business\/en-es\/products\/caladium-rhapsody","provider":"Terrace Garden France","version":"1.0","type":"link"}