Learn How To Plant, Care and Grow Splendid Elephant Ears
Alocasia, Colocasia, Taro, Imperial Taro
Often grown for their dramatic foliage reminiscent of elephant ears, Colocasia and Alocasia are terrific tender perennials that provide a strong ornamental interest and quickly give a touch of the tropics in gardens or containers. Impossibly exotic, their architectural shapes make them perfect for planting as focal plants or massed to create a tropical effect. Easy to grow, they stand proud and bold provided some basic rules are respected.
1. Choose The Right Tubers
- Choose tubers that are large, firm, and plump.
- The size of the tubers is highly correlated to the overall size of the plant and leaf production. The bigger the bulb, the bigger the plant and more spectacular the foliage.
Guide Information
Hardiness |
8 - 11
|
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Plant Type | Annuals, Bulbs, Perennials |
Plant Family | Alocasia - Elephant Ears, Colocasia - Taro |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Landscaping Ideas | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Ponds and Streams |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Guide Information
Hardiness |
8 - 11
|
---|---|
Plant Type | Annuals, Bulbs, Perennials |
Plant Family | Alocasia - Elephant Ears, Colocasia - Taro |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Landscaping Ideas | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Ponds and Streams |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |