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Still Rooted: The State of Caladium Farming in Lake Placid, Florida

Summary by East Lee News
By Katrina Salokar | East Lee County News Lake Placid, Florida—once the undisputed “Caladium Capital of the World”—still proudly honors its colorful legacy. Tucked in Highlands County, this small town once produced 95% of the world’s caladium bulbs. While the industry has shrunk, its roots run deep, sustained by resilience, family tradition, and cautious optimism. A Legacy in Bloom From a peak of over 30 farms, only seven remain today. Loss of g…
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East Lee News broke the news in on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
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