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Colocasia Elephant Ear

$29.99 / 1G


Item # 11779

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Botanical: Colocasia esculenta var. antiquorum 'Black Beauty'
Common: Elephant Ear Black Beauty
Extended Features: Colocasia esculenta var. antiquorum 'Black Beauty', also known as Elephant Ear, this brilliant tropical has dark purple-black leaves with a bright green dot in center of the leaf. Great for use in mixed planters or in the landscape. Tolerant of heat and wet conditions. FEATURES: Botanical Name: Colocasia esculenta var. antiquorum 'Black Beauty' Common Name: Elephant Ear Black Beauty Features: Heat Tolerant Bloom Time: Grown for Foliage Light Requirements: Full Sun -Partial Sun Resists Deer, Rabbits Mature Plant Size: 3 - 4 feet Zone 7b - 10
Usage: Attractive accent in beddings or pot plant
Plant In: Sun to partial shade, fertile soil
Interest: Not hardy in our area, hardy to zone 8, but all colocasia over winter indoors easily in bright window
Bloom In: Grown for Foliage
Full Size: 4' Tall
Habit: Ornamental
Exposure: Full Sun-Partial Sun
Hardiness: 30 to 40 deg. F
Water Use: Keep moist
Leaf: Lush green leaves on violet stems