can old caladiums survive our unpredictable weather?
I remember my grandmother’s garden, where caladiums thrived under her gentle care, their leaves like stained glass after a summer rain. Back then, we didn’t worry about sudden cold snaps or heat waves—plants seemed to know their place. Now, as I try to save my own caladiums from another erratic spring, I wonder: are these traditional beauties meant for our changing North American climate?
Some neighbors swear by new hybrid varieties, boasting resilience and color, while others stick to the old bulbs passed down through generations. I’ve tried both, but last week’s frost left my grandmother’s caladiums wilted, while the modern ones held on. It makes me question: should we adapt and embrace innovation, or hold tight to family traditions?
In our community, there’s debate—some say covering plants with plastic ruins the garden’s look, while others argue it’s necessary for survival. I’ve even heard talk about HOA rules banning certain protective covers for the sake of neighborhood aesthetics. Is it fair to choose beauty over plant health?
As I kneel in the soil, feeling the chill in the air, I wonder if these caladiums can be saved—or if it’s time to let go of the past and plant something new. What do you think: tradition or innovation, beauty or survival?
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