| Botanical | Colocasia |
| Common Name | Elephant Ears |
| Family | Araceae |
| Height | 36-60" |
| Spacing | 36" |
| Hardiness | 8-10; Annuals in 2-7 |
| Exposure | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Foliage | Green |
| Flower | None |
| Bloomtime | Summer |
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Elephant Ears
The Elephant Ear plant, also known as Colocasia, is a stunning tropical plant with large, striking leaves resembling elephant ears. This plant is a valuable addition to any space. Its expansive leaves offer shade and beautiful foliage to decks and patios. Its adaptability to various conditions makes it a low-maintenance yet aesthetically pleasing choice for gardeners of all levels. It also makes an excellent container plant. The Elephant Ear plant introduces a touch of the tropics to any setting.
- Excellent for large pots or planters
- Perfect for hot humid conditions
- May be planted as pond marginals
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Planting/Care Instructions +
Planting Instructions: Plant in fertile, humusy, organically rich, medium wet to wet soils in full sun to part shade. In southern regions, plants do best in part shade. 1. Dig a hole 3" deep.2. Set the bulb firmly in place.3. Cover the bulb with soil and water thoroughly. Do not allow soil to dry out. Fertilize once a month during the growing season with compost, manure, or a 20-20-20 fertilizer mix. Be sure to water when applying fertilizer to prevent fertilizer burn. Bulbs should be dug up in fall after first frost and then overwintered in a cool dry place (set in dry peat or wood shavings) where temperatures do not dip below 45°F.
Pests or Diseases: Fungal leaf blight, Phyllosticta leaf spot