Troubleshooting
Caladium problems — and how to fix them
Caladium (Caladium bicolor) is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Yellow leaves and dieback in autumn
Normal — going into dormancy. Lift and store tubers at 18°C.
Browning edges
Low humidity or dry soil.
Pale washed-out colour
Too much direct sun.
No regrowth in spring
Cold storage or rotted tuber; store at 18-21°C, never below 13°C.
Prevent caladium problems before they start
Most caladium issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Caladium problems — FAQ
Why is my caladium yellow leaves and dieback in autumn?
Normal — going into dormancy. Lift and store tubers at 18°C.
Why is my caladium browning edges?
Low humidity or dry soil.
Why is my caladium pale washed-out colour?
Too much direct sun.
Why is my caladium no regrowth in spring?
Cold storage or rotted tuber; store at 18-21°C, never below 13°C.