C. bicolor is a tuberous-rooted perennial of garden origin often grown in containers, as annuals, and as indoor plants.
The large, heart-shaped leaves of Freida Hemple caladium are edged in bright green and have bold red centers. Caladiums are excellent choices to add color, texture, and form to shady areas.
The large, dark-red centers are offset by green borders. This variety thrives in both sun and shade and is perfect for hanging baskets or containers.
Frieda Hemple Caladium is a dense herbaceous annual with a mounded form. Its relatively coarse texture can be used to stand it apart from other garden plants with finer foliage.
This is a relatively low maintenance plant, and should not require much pruning, except when necessary, such as to remove dieback. Deer don’t particularly care for this plant and will usually leave it alone in favor of tastier treats. It has no significant negative characteristics.