{"product_id":"apple-blossom-angel-wings-caladium-bicolor-apple-blossom","title":"Apple Blossom Angel Wings - Caladium bicolor 'Apple Blossom'","description":"\u003cp\u003eApple Blossom Angel Wings (\u003cem\u003eCaladium bicolor\u003c\/em\u003e 'Apple Blossom') is a tropical foliage plant with large, heart shaped leaves in emerald green, with a pink centre and patterns of white. It grows 30cm to 60cm tall and wide and brings colour to a shady corner of a tropical garden, a covered patio or a bright room indoors. Like all caladiums it is toxic if chewed, so keep it away from pets and small children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves that look painted.\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald green leaves radiate from a deep pink heart, overlaid with soft pink and white patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour in the shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Where most plants sulk, it lights up a shady corner, and the colour lasts the whole warm season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden or house.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow it in a pot indoors, on a patio, or in the ground in a humid tropical garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA manageable size.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 30cm to 60cm it fits a container or the front of a bed without crowding its neighbours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA fresh start each spring.\u003c\/strong\u003e The leaves die back in the cooler months while the plant rests, and it returns as the weather warms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShady tropical borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 40cm apart under trees or along a shaded wall in a frost free garden, and the leaves knit into a patterned carpet of pink, white and green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots on patios and verandahs.\u003c\/strong\u003e A glazed pot in bright shade makes a feature, and it is easy to move when the weather changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a well lit room away from direct sun, regular watering and a daily spritz keep it happy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Apple Blossom Angel Wings in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e A humid, shady, frost free spot with indirect sunlight. Outdoors that means tropical and subtropical gardens. In cooler climates, grow it in a pot indoors, or on a sheltered patio through the warm months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining soil or a good quality potting mix suits it, in a spot that never sits wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly through the first 12 weeks. Once established, water only when the soil seems dry. Feed with a liquid fertiliser at half rate every few weeks as the plant establishes. Indoors, a daily spritz keeps humidity up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove old leaves for a quick tidy up. In the cooler months the foliage may die back as the plant goes dormant. Take off the spent leaves, keep the plant in a dry, dark room and water it only every four to six weeks, and it will burst to life again in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Apple Blossom Angel Wings as tube stock only: a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives with young leaves that expand as it settles into a warm, humid position. Keep it out of cold draughts and frost, and plant it into a pot or shady bed soon after it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur tube stock is supplied by our grower, so it is not always in stock. If the tube option reads sold out, the grower has none ready, and the notify button on this page sends you an email the day it returns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eMore tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/house-indoor-plants\"\u003eHouse and indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003ePlants for full shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/designing-a-tropical-garden-that-looks-lush-year-round\"\u003eDesigning a lush tropical garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Give it a well lit room out of direct sun, keep the potting mix evenly moist and spritz the leaves daily. Caladiums love humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy have the leaves died back?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaladiums rest in the cooler months, and the foliage may die back naturally. Remove the spent leaves, keep the plant in a dry, dark room and water only every four to six weeks until spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Caladium is toxic if chewed. Keep it where cats, dogs and small children cannot reach it, and wash your hands after handling the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790189199679,"sku":"CAL-BIC-APPLEB-tube","price":21.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/apple-blossom-angel-wings-caladium-bicolor-apple-blossom.jpg?v=1792195763","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/apple-blossom-angel-wings-caladium-bicolor-apple-blossom","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}