Strap-leaf caladium varieties as a group are generally more sun tolerant than many of the fancy-leaf varieties. Nevertheless, some of our newer fancy caladium variety introductions are more sun tolerant as well. In 2000, Classic Caladiums began program to reintroduce rejuvenated selected commercial caladium varieties. Similarly the company expanded its breeding program to develop and introduce new genetics into the caladium line - hence, more sun-loving caladiums. Generally, we classify sun tolerant caladiums as caladiums that can accommodate 6 hrs+ of direct sun. Watering may be a factor in continued growth.

Varieties are categorized by the number of hours they can withstand the sun beginning with 2-4 hours of sun (shade only), to 8+ hours being fully sun tolerant.

 *Varieties in RED coming soon