Taro 'Black Magic', Elephant Ears 'Black Magic'
Primarily grown for its spectacular foliage, Colocasia esculenta ‘Black Magic’ (Taro) is a tuberous, frost-tender perennial with long-stalked, heart-shaped, smoky purplish-black leaves, up to 2 ft. long (60 cm). Unlike the leaves of Alocasia which point skyward, the leaves of Colocasia droop and point toward the ground. Reminiscent of calla lily flowers, the blossoms consist of a yellowish-green spathe and spadix. They are not particularly showy and are infrequently produced. ‘Black Magic’ is a hassle-free tropical that makes an unforgettable focal point and creates a compelling backdrop for most plants.
Hardiness |
8 - 10 |
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Heat Zones |
8 - 12 |
Climate Zones | 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Aquatic Plants, Bulbs, Perennials |
Plant Family | Araceae |
Genus | Colocasia |
Common names | Elephant Ear, Taro |
Exposure | Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 3' - 6' (90cm - 180cm) |
Spread | 3' - 6' (90cm - 180cm) |
Spacing | 72" (180cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average, High |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Poorly Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Wet Soil, Deer, Rabbit |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Bog Gardens, Patio And Containers, Ponds And Streams, Rain Gardens, Water Gardens |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
Hardiness |
8 - 10 |
---|---|
Heat Zones |
8 - 12 |
Climate Zones | 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Aquatic Plants, Bulbs, Perennials |
Plant Family | Araceae |
Genus | Colocasia |
Common names | Elephant Ear, Taro |
Exposure | Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 3' - 6' (90cm - 180cm) |
Spread | 3' - 6' (90cm - 180cm) |
Spacing | 72" (180cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average, High |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Poorly Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Wet Soil, Deer, Rabbit |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Bog Gardens, Patio And Containers, Ponds And Streams, Rain Gardens, Water Gardens |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
How many Colocasia esculenta ‘Black Magic’ (Taro) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Colocasia esculenta ‘Black Magic’ (Taro) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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