Candidum Jr. Caladium Bulbs | Dwarf White Fancy Leaf Tropical Foliage

Classic White Dwarf Caladium — Compact, Elegant, and Easy to Grow

Candidum Jr. (Caladium ‘Candidum Jr.’) is a beloved dwarf fancy-leaf caladium and one of the most classic white caladium varieties available. Growing just 15–17 inches tall, it’s perfectly sized for containers, small borders, and indoor display, delivering the timeless beauty of white caladium foliage in a compact, well-behaved plant. Caladiums like Candidum Jr. are grown entirely for their showy, long-stalked, heart-shaped leaves — stunning all season with no waiting for flowers.

Plant Highlights

• Leaf type: Fancy leaf — heart-shaped, dwarf habit
• Colors: Classic white caladium foliage
• Height: 15–17 inches — compact dwarf variety
• Light: Partial sun to full shade
• USDA Zones: 9–10 (lift tubers in fall in colder zones)
• Great for: Containers, small borders, indoor display, mixed plantings
• Thrives in: Heat and humidity

How to Plant Caladium Bulbs

Plant tubers flat side down, eyes facing up, 1–1½ inches deep. Wait until soil temperature is consistently above 65°F before planting outdoors — cold soil causes tubers to rot. For indoor or greenhouse growing, maintain temperatures above 70°F day and night and keep soil evenly moist. Finish time is generally 8–10 weeks under good growing conditions.

Care Tips

• Soil: Moist, well-draining mix; partial shade preferred
• Water: Keep consistently moist; avoid waterlogging
• Light: Partial sun to full shade
• De-eyeing: For container plantings, remove primary bud before planting for increased leaf count and uniformity
• Winter storage: In zones below 9, lift tubers before first frost and store in a cool, dry place until spring

Candidum Jr. is a classic for a reason — its crisp white foliage brightens shaded spots and pairs beautifully with colorful caladium varieties in mixed container plantings.