Caladium Bicolor 'Classic Pink'

Timeless, romantic, and effortlessly graceful! Caladium bicolor 'Classic Pink' lives up to its heritage with large, heart-shaped leaves bathed in a soft, glowing rose-pink hue, framed by gentle olive-green margins and accentuated by deeper crimson-pink veins. Like a vintage botanical watercolor brought to life, this beloved heirloom cultivar brings an enduring splash of refined warmth and garden charm to any bright indoor room.

Toxic to pets and children
Repot once a year
Fertilize once a month
Average water
Bright, indirect light

About Caladium Bicolor 'Classic Pink'

Bred from tropical Central and South American Caladium bicolor stock, cultivated for its timeless pink color palette!

Yes indeed! Its broad leaves act as natural air filters, helping scrub common indoor pollutants from your home environment.

Toxic to pets and humans if ingested. Keep this pink beauty safely elevated out of reach of curious cats, dogs, and toddlers.

Features heart-shaped (fancy-leaf) foliage boasting a smooth, luminous rose-pink center outlined by a solid, dark green outer border, with subtle matching pink or soft green veins. It differs from 'Postman Joyner' (which has a deep crimson-red center) and 'Fannie Munson' (which features intense metallic-magenta hues and prominent translucent veining) by maintaining a clean, classic soft-pink coloration.

Caring for Caladium Bicolor 'Classic Pink'

Keep soil consistently moist during its active spring and summer growing season. Water when the top 20% of soil feels dry, and taper off as autumn approaches.

Thrives in bright, indirect light to maintain its rich pink intensity. Avoid direct, harsh afternoon sun, which can bleach the pink pigments and scorch the foliage.

Treat it to a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer every 2–3 weeks during spring and summer to fuel steady foliage production.

Plant tubers in spring in a rich, chunky, well-draining potting mix. When foliage dies back naturally in late fall, store dormant tubers in a warm, dry spot until spring.

Snip off older or yellowing leaves near the base using clean shears. Pinch off any flower spathes early so the plant directs all its energy into those lush pink leaves!