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  • Answered by
    Heather on
    July 4, 2011
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    These plants need water to be able to establish well. It is possible that if they were not watered and you had a very hot and dry season, that they have either not been able to break dormancy or have died. You will need to dig one up to see which it is.

    When you dig it up, squeeze the bulb to see if it is firm. If it is still firm, increase water to help them break their dormancy. If the bulbs are soft or brittle, they are dead and you will need to replant.

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  • Answered by
    Heather on
    July 22, 2011
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    This normally indicates that the plant either is not getting enough light or enough water. If you can, get them more light and increase water a little.

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    August 10, 2011
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    As long as they still feel firm and not soft, they will be viable for planting.

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    Nikki on
    August 19, 2011
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    You may be overwatering it. This article should help determine if this is the case: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/signs-of-plants-affected-by-too-much-water.htm

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    August 30, 2011
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    Yes, you can. Caladiums are popular houseplants as well as indoor plants, so they would do well in a greenhouse. You just need to make sure thay stay watered and that there is relatively high humidity, which should be easy in a greenhouse.

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    October 9, 2011
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    Since caladiums are considered tender perennials, they must be dug up in the fall and stored indoors over winter in cold climates like yours. Once their foliage yellows and begins falling over, caladiums can be carefully lifted from the ground. Place the plants in a warm, dry location for at least a couple weeks to dry out. Then, cut off the foliage, place the tubers in a netted bag or box, and cover in dry peat moss. Store the tubers in a cool, dry location. Once spring returns, you can replant outdoors. If you are growing caladiums in containers, they can be overwintered indoors.

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    Nikki on
    October 20, 2011
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    This article will help you:
    http://www.hort.purdue.edu/ext/HO-085.pdf

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