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Arno Nehrling Caladium Bulbs | Sun-Loving Pink Fancy Leaf Tropical Foliage
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A Sun-Tolerant Pink Beauty That Gets Better With Age
Arno Nehrling (also listed as Mrs. Arno Nehrling) is a classic fancy-leaf caladium prized for its sun-loving nature — a rare trait among caladiums. Its large, heart-shaped leaves are a soft pink variety with a narrow dark green border and vivid crimson-red veins, and the color continues to evolve and deepen as the plant matures, making it a dynamic, season-long performer. At 18–24 inches tall, it’s equally at home in sunny borders and large containers.
Plant Highlights
- Leaf type: Fancy leaf — large, heart-shaped
- Colors: Pink with narrow dark green border and crimson red veins; color deepens with maturity
- Height: 18–24 inches
- Light: Sun to partial shade — one of the most sun-tolerant fancy-leaf caladiums
- USDA Zones: 9–11 (lift tubers in fall in colder zones)
- Great for: Sunny borders, containers, garden accents, potted plants
- Thrives in: Heat and humidity
How to Plant Caladium Bulbs
Plant tubers knobby side up, 1–1½ inches deep and 8–14 inches apart. Wait until soil temperature is consistently above 65°F before planting outdoors. Removing the main bud before planting produces a fuller, leafier plant.
Care Tips
- Soil: Warm, fertile, moist, well-draining mix
- Water: Keep consistently moist; avoid waterlogged, cool soil
- Light: Favors sun to partial shade — more sun-tolerant than most fancy-leaf varieties
- Dormancy: Goes dormant in prolonged dry weather; nearly evergreen in warm, moist conditions
- Winter storage: In zones below 9, dig tubers in fall and store in a dry, airy place until spring
Arno Nehrling is an excellent choice for gardeners who want the lush beauty of a fancy-leaf caladium in a sunnier location — one of the few varieties that genuinely thrives in more light.
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