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Caladium John Peed

Caladium John Peed

Brighten darkened spaces with this new shade lover. John Peed is a spectacular Caladium that grows larger than most, giving it an edge over other varieties. Eye-popping, radiant red leaves are accented with rich green edges, making it a standout in any border, garden or container. Topping out at 26" tall, this easy-to-grow perennial fits neatly into the spaces between shrubs and trees, giving a burst of brightness to these often overlooked sites.
  • Hardiness Zones 3-10. Lift in Fall in zones 3-8
  • Mature Height 26 inches
  • Bloom Time Midsummer to fall (Jul-first frost)
  • Light Requirements Half Sun / Half Shade, Full Shade
  • Ship As2 1/2-3 1/2"

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Botanical Name: Caladium bicolor 'John Peed'

Availability: In Stock
SKU: #96788
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Product Details

  • Restricted States US:

    AE AK GU HI PR VI
  • Botanical Name:

    Caladium bicolor 'John Peed'
  • Size:

    2 1/2-3 1/2"
  • Lift In Fall:

    3-8
  • Suggested Uses:

    Borders, Container Gardening, Ground Cover, Perennializing, Shade Garden, Deer Resistant
  • Flower Form:

    A spathe
  • Foliage Type:

    Large heart-shaped leaves
  • Mature Spread:

    24 - 30 inches
  • Spacing:

    24 - 30 inches

Growing Tips

  • Planting Instructions:

    1-2" deep (bud tips up) and 24-30" apart. Water well after planting. Place in a warm, filtered light area away from direct sun light which will scorch the leaves.
  • Soil Moisture:

    Well drained
  • Will Tolerate:

    Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
  • Pruning Instructions:

    Not needed
  • Winter Care:

    Lift tubers in the fall (zones 3-8) and store in a frost-free location over winter. Replant the following spring after last frost.
  • Planting Depth:

    1-2" deep
  • Watering Requirements:

    Average water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater.
  • Fertilization Requirements:

    Once per year
  • Special Care:

    Not needed

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Shipping Information

K. van Bourgondien times its shipments from Holland so that bulbs and bareroots arrive at the proper planting time (depending on climatic conditions) for each area of North America.
We take advanced orders, and as the crops are harvested, our staff of K. van Bourgondien experts makes an on-the-spot selection of the finest bulbs available to fill those reservations.
We will pack and ship your order based on the following schedules. The type of product you order or the weather may affect the anticipated shipping schedule. Please note that we cannot ship outside of the 48 contiguous states. What zone am I in?

Spring 2025 Shipping Schedule

  • Bulbs and Bareroot
    Zones Shipping Dates Last Order Date
    3A-5A 4/28/25 - 5/30/25 5/26/25
    5B 4/7/25 - 5/30/25 5/26/25
    6A 3/24/25 -5/30/25 5/26/25
    6B 3/10/25 - 5/30/25 5/26/25
    7A 2/24/25 - 5/30/25 5/26/25
    7B-8A 2/17/25 - 5/9/25 5/5/25
    8B-9A 2/10/25 - 5/9/25 5/5/25
    9B-11B 2/3/25 - 5/9/25 5/5/25


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In all cases, we choose the fastest, most efficient way to send your orders via USPS or FedEx.
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Due to hot weather conditions, we are unable to ship any plant items from late June through August. General merchandise will be shipped with your plant order.

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