{"product_id":"cherry-balls-angel-wings-caladium-bicolor-cherry-balls","title":"Cherry Balls Angel Wings - Caladium bicolor 'Cherry Balls'","description":"\u003cp\u003eCherry Balls Angel Wings (\u003cem\u003eCaladium bicolor\u003c\/em\u003e 'Cherry Balls') is a tropical foliage plant with large, deep green, heart shaped leaves around a dark cherry red heart, and the leaves vary in size from one to the next. It grows 30cm to 60cm tall and wide and brings strong colour to humid shade. Like every caladium 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\u003eA dark cherry heart.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep green leaves surround a rich cherry red centre, a bold contrast that stands out even in shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour without flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e The display comes from the leaves, so it is steady through the warm season rather than a short flush of bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves vary in size across the plant, which gives it a relaxed, layered look rather than a uniform one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits pots and borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact enough for a container, it also works at ground level in a tropical bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBack again each spring.\u003c\/strong\u003e It rests through the cooler months and returns when the weather warms, so one plant keeps giving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShady corners of tropical gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 40cm apart in a group of three or five for a drift of dark green and cherry red under trees or against a shaded wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatio containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright shade beside a covered entry keeps the leaves from scorching, and a deep pot gives the roots room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHouseplant groupings.\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoors in a well lit room, it pairs with calatheas and ferns, which share its need for warmth and humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Cherry Balls Angel Wings in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in a humid, shady, frost free spot with indirect sunlight. That means a tropical or subtropical garden outdoors, or a pot indoors or on a sheltered patio in cooler climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e It prefers free draining soil or a good quality potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly for the first 12 weeks, then only when the soil seems dry. Feed with liquid fertiliser at half rate every few weeks as it establishes. Caladiums love humidity, so indoors a daily spritz on the leaves helps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove any old leaves for a quick tidy up. In the cooler months the foliage may die back as the plant goes dormant. Clear the spent leaves, keep the plant in a dry, dark room and water only every four to six weeks until spring growth returns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Cherry Balls Angel Wings as tube stock only: a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives as a small plant, and leaf size will vary as it grows, which is normal for this variety. Plant it out or pot it up soon after it arrives, in warm, humid shade, and keep it away from frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailability of the tube varies, because it comes from our grower rather than from our own shelves, so it is not always available. When it shows as sold out there is none ready, 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\"\u003eMore tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-balconies\"\u003ePlants for balconies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/variegated\"\u003eVariegated foliage plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/shade-gardening-with-brisbane-plant-nursery-guide\"\u003eShade gardening in Australia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves different sizes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCherry Balls varies naturally in leaf size, so a single plant will carry larger and smaller leaves together. That is normal, not a sign of poor health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I feed it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a liquid fertiliser at half the label rate every few weeks while the plant establishes. Stop feeding when the leaves die back for the cooler months and the plant goes dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe around dogs and cats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Caladium is toxic if chewed and can irritate the mouth and throat. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790189756735,"sku":"CAL-BIC-CHERRY-tube","price":21.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/cherry-balls-angel-wings-caladium-bicolor-cherry-balls.jpg?v=1792195781","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/cherry-balls-angel-wings-caladium-bicolor-cherry-balls","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}