Why don't the leaves of Caladium grow big?

The reason why the leaves of Caladium cannot grow big

Reason 1: Insufficient water or excessive watering

Caladium is a plant that likes a moist growing environment, especially during the growth period, it needs more water to ensure the nutrients needed for plant growth, so as to promote rapid growth of the plant;

If there is insufficient water, the growth of the Caladium will be restricted, especially the leaves, which will not grow at all and will become dull. In addition, too much watering will cause waterlogging in the soil, causing root rot, which in turn affects the growth of the leaves, so the leaves will not grow large.

Reason 2: The soil is too heavy

Caladium is a plant that transports underground tubers. Its growing environment requires loose, fertile, well-drained soil.

If the soil is too sticky, the roots will not be able to breathe, thus affecting the growth and development of the roots, and the leaves will not grow.

Reason 3: The temperature is too high or too low

The suitable temperature for the growth of variegated caladium is between 22-28℃. If the growth temperature is too high or too low, it will not be conducive to leaf growth, so the leaves of variegated caladium will not grow large.

On the other hand, there is the light condition. If there is too little light, it will affect the growth and development of the leaves of the variegated caladium, so it will not grow large.

Treatment for caladium leaf growth

First of all, you need to water the plants reasonably. Don’t water too much or too little. Water the plants when you see the soil is dry, and don’t water them if the soil is not dry.

Secondly, the soil should be loosened frequently, and the soil can also be changed and turned over. In short, the soil should not be too dry and hard.

Finally, it is necessary to maintain a balanced temperature and sufficient light to promote