Elephant Ears - Colocasia 'Black Magic'

Elephant Ears

Plant Type: Grower Bulbs

Huge, 2 foot long chalky purple-black leaves stand tall in a giant clump, works well next to a pond or stream.

Use near water or edge of pond
Needs part shade
Dark stems and leaves are dramatic

Item #	Pack	Size
4740527	15	7-9" *Ships 03/02 - 07/06	Please Login for Pricing

Height:

4-5 ft

Spread:

3-6 ft

Zone:

9-10

Elephant Ears - Colocasia

Produces huge leaves that can measure up to 2 feet accross in colors ranging from lime green to almost black. Plant bulbs so that the tip of the bulb is 1" below the soil surface. Grow at 65°F-75°F night temperatures.

Characteristics & Attributes

Exposure

•	Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade
•	Shade Tolerant

Soil Moisture Needs

•	Moist Soil

Attributes

•	Good Container Plant

Growth Rate in the Garden

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Medium

Season of Interest (Foliage)

•	Early Spring
•	Late Spring / Early Summer
•	Late Summer
•	Fall