Frog in a Blender Caladium Bulbs | Fancy Leaf Tropical Foliage

The Name Is Unforgettable — So Is the Foliage

Frog in a Blender is one of the most memorably named caladiums — and the foliage lives up to the intrigue. A proven performer fancy-leaf caladium with large, heart-shaped leaves that thrive with morning sun and filtered afternoon shade, it delivers all-summer beauty in shaded areas season after season. Bold, reliable, and conversation-starting, this is a caladium that’s as fun as it is beautiful.

Plant Highlights

• Leaf type: Fancy leaf — large, heart-shaped
• Light: Morning sun and filtered afternoon shade; partial shade
• USDA Zones: 9–11 (lift tubers in fall in colder zones)
• Great for: Shaded borders, containers, indoor display, shady garden beds
• Proven performer: All-summer beauty for shady areas
• Thrives in: Heat and humidity

How to Plant Caladium Bulbs

Plant tubers knobby side up (eye buds facing up), 1–1½ inches deep and 8–14 inches apart. Wait until soil temperature is consistently above 65°F before planting outdoors — cold soil causes tubers to rot. Tubers planted upside down will still emerge, just more slowly. For indoor growing, keep in a warm room with bright indirect light until outdoor temperatures are suitable.

Care Tips

• Soil: Moist, well-draining mix; partial shade preferred
• Water: Keep consistently moist; avoid waterlogging
• Light: Morning sun with filtered afternoon shade is ideal; partial to full shade outdoors
• Humidity: Loves warm, humid conditions — mist or use a humidity tray indoors
• Winter storage: In zones below 9, lift tubers before first frost and store in a cool, dry place until spring

Frog in a Blender is a guaranteed conversation starter — pair it with other bold caladiums or contrasting foliage plants for a stunning, personality-filled shaded garden.