{"product_id":"chardonnay-angel-wings-caladium-bicolor-chardonnay","title":"Chardonnay Angel Wings - Caladium bicolor 'Chardonnay'","description":"\u003cp\u003eChardonnay Angel Wings (\u003cem\u003eCaladium bicolor\u003c\/em\u003e 'Chardonnay') is an elegant tropical foliage plant with long, heart shaped leaves in deep green with variable white markings. It grows 30cm to 60cm tall and wide and adds light to a dark spot in a border, a shaded patio or an indoor planting scheme. The plant is toxic if chewed, so it is not for homes where pets or small children might nibble leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite that brightens shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep green leaves with a white centre or freckles add light to a dark spot in the border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElegant, not loud.\u003c\/strong\u003e The white and green palette is quieter than the pink and red caladiums, so it suits calm, modern and tropical style schemes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA graceful outline.\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, heart shaped leaves give a more flowing shape than the round leaves of many foliage plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade for interiors.\u003c\/strong\u003e It flourishes in warm, humid, still air, which is exactly what a sheltered room or conservatory offers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool to look at in summer.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep green and white reads as fresh in a hot garden, with no flowers needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderplanting in tropical style gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 40cm apart beneath palms and tall shrubs, where it forms a light, patterned layer at ground level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded patio containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot beside a covered entry or in a courtyard is enough to show off the white markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a well lit room out of direct sun, it makes a calm feature on a console or among a group of foliage plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Chardonnay Angel Wings in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e A humid, shady spot with indirect sunlight suits it. It likes warm, humid, still air, so it flourishes outdoors in tropical and subtropical gardens and indoors wherever it is warm. Protect it from frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining soil or a good quality potting mix. Do not let the pot stand in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during the first 12 weeks, then only if the soil seems dry. Feed with a liquid fertiliser at half rate every few weeks while it establishes. Indoors, regular watering and a daily spritz on the foliage keep it healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove old leaves for a quick tidy up. Foliage may die back in the cooler months as the plant becomes dormant. Take off the spent leaves, move the plant to a dry, dark room and water it only every four to six weeks until spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Chardonnay Angel Wings as tube stock only: a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives as a small plant with young leaves, and size and markings build as it settles in. Pot it up or plant it into a humid, shady position soon after delivery, and keep it frost free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tube comes direct from our grower, who does not always have it. A sold out tube simply means none is ready today, and the notify button on this page emails you the day it is back.\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\"\u003eBrowse tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants for pots and containers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/low-light-indoor-plants\"\u003eLow light indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-exotic-plants-guide\"\u003eGrowing tropical foliage plants indoors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much humidity does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt does best in warm, humid, still air. Outdoors, choose a sheltered tropical or subtropical spot. Indoors, spritz the leaves daily and keep it away from heaters, air conditioners and draughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do I do with it over winter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoliage may die back in the cooler months while the plant is dormant. Remove the spent leaves, keep the plant in a dry, dark room and water only every four to six weeks. It restarts when spring arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it grow in a dark corner?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt lights up shade but still needs indirect sunlight to grow. Choose bright shade outdoors, or a well lit room away from direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790189527359,"sku":"CAL-BIC-CHARDO-tube","price":21.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/chardonnay-angel-wings-caladium-bicolor-chardonnay.jpg?v=1792195772","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/chardonnay-angel-wings-caladium-bicolor-chardonnay","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}