Caladium candidum Senior White 4.5"
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Caladium 'Candidum Senior' (Candidum Sr.)
Luminous Elegance for Your Shade Garden
Transform the dark corners of your landscape or home into a radiant retreat with Caladium 'Candidum Senior'.
Why You’ll Love It
Brightens Shady Spots: The vast white surface of the leaves acts as a natural reflector, making it the perfect "thriller" for shaded garden beds or "moon gardens."
Bold Foliage: Unlike the standard variety, 'Candidum Sr.' is known for producing massive, arrowhead-shaped leaves that can easily span the size of two hands.
Low Maintenance: A self-cleaning perennial (in warm climates) that focuses its energy on lush foliage rather than messy flowers.
Versatile Performer: Whether it's the centerpiece of a patio container, a border plant, or a sophisticated houseplant, it brings an instant tropical vibe.
Quick Plant Facts
| Feature | Details |
| Light | Partial Shade to Full Shade (Prefers dappled light) |
| Height | 12 to 24 inches |
| Spread | 12 to 18 inches |
| Color | Bright White with Deep Green Veins |
| Hardiness | Zones 9–11 (Grown as an annual/tuber elsewhere) |
| Water | Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained |
Care Pro-Tips
Temperature Matters: These are true tropicals! Wait until soil temperatures reach 70°F before planting outdoors.
Humidity is Key: If growing indoors, mist regularly or use a pebble tray to keep the air moist and the leaves crisp.
Feeding: Use a balanced, diluted fertilizer every 4–6 weeks.
Note: Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, as they can occasionally cause the white leaves to take on a greenish tint. Dormancy: Don't panic when the leaves die back in the fall! The plant is simply going dormant. In cooler zones, dig up the tubers and store them in a dry, frost-free place until spring.
Note: Like all Caladiums, 'Candidum Senior' is toxic if ingested.
Keep it out of reach of curious pets and small children.