Plant Care Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢'

Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢'

Taxonomy

Caladium 'Fairytale Princess'
Caladium
Araceae
Alismatales

How to care for Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢'

šŸ’¦ Water

How often to water your Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢'

Water needs for Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢'
0.5 cups
every 9

Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢' needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢'

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
ā˜€ļø Light

Finding light for Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢' in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢': 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢' may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves šŸƒ, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢' in your home šŸ”.

🪓 Nutrients

How to fertilize Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢': repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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šŸ’” FAQs
šŸ’¦ Water Needs

Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢' prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.


ā˜€ļø Sunlight Needs

Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢' may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves šŸƒ without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home šŸ”.


🐶 🐈 šŸ‘¶ Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.


šŸ’Ø Humidity

Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢' prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.


🪓 Soil

Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢' does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!


šŸ’© Fertilizer

Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢' should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


šŸŒŽ Native Region

Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢' is native to South and Central America.


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢'

Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢'

Kaladiumā„¢ 'Fairytale Princessā„¢'


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4ā€ pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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