How often should I water my Heart of jesus?
How often should I water my Heart of jesus?

The Heart of jesus is not a species that requires consistent soil moisture. Instead, it is better to allow this plant’s soil to become dry between waterings. If you are like the many gardeners who grow Heart of jesuss in containers, you can judge whether or not it is time to add water by how dry the soil within the container is. For instance, if about top half of the soil in your container has become dry, it is time to add water. You can feel it by inserting your fingers or sticks into the soil or with soil moisture meter. For those who grow the Heart of jesus outdoors, you can plan to do your watering about once every other week, provided it has not rained recently.





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Heart of jesus
A species of Angel wings, Also known as Wild eddo, Elephant’s ear
Botanical name: Caladium bicolor
Genus: Angel wings

The heart of jesus is a poisonous leafy plant. Its paper-thin, heart-shaped leaves lend the plant its common nickname, along with names like "angel wings" and "elephant ear." Though native to South America, its primary hub of cultivation is now around Lake Placid, Florida, where it has become a popular centerpiece for an annual festival.
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