Traditional House Plants Play Well with Caladiums

When most people think of houseplants, a few key varieties typically come to mind: pothos, spider plants, snake plants, Wandering Spiderwort, peace lilies, and English ivy. These plants have stood the test of time as indoor favorites thanks to their low maintenance needs, durability, and visual appeal.  As houseplants, they flourish in indoor conditions with lots of sunlight from windows and grow well in containers. 

Complementary Attributes & Design

What do all these have in common with vibrant caladiums that have been surging in popularity over the last few years? Plenty!

For one, caladiums hail from the same hot, steamy, tropical origins as classic houseplant varieties. They also relish the warm, humid environs indoors and thrive in bright indirect light. Though caladium leaf colors and shapes provide a vastly different look, their cultural needs blend seamlessly with traditional houseplant favorites.

In fact, caladiums combine beautifully with more common houseplants to spice up indoor garden displays. Their wildly colorful leaves and dramatic shapes provide striking contrast and exotic flair. The blend of familiar and novel creates displays that are both interesting yet still comforting.

Fun Combinations to Try

• Vining golden pothos as a cascading accent to bold red caladiums
• Spiky-leaved spider plants with ruffled pink caladiums
• Tall snake plants paired with low-growing white fancy leaf caladiums
• Trailing wandering Spiderwort around the base of an ornate caladium houseplant

Whether going for complete harmony or striking juxtaposition, caladiums jazz up ordinary indoor plantings. Their vibrant colors and shapes inject artistically inspired tropical style into any well-lit indoor space.  So don’t relegate caladiums solely to outdoor garden beds and planters. These mesmerizing plants combine beautifully with classic houseplant varieties. Blend in caladium foliage to breathe new life into traditional yet tired indoor plant collections!