Taro 'Hawaiian Punch', Elephant Ears 'Hawaiian Punch'
Primarily grown for its spectacular foliage, Colocasia esculenta ‘Hawaiian Punch’ (Taro) is a tuberous, frost-tender perennial with long-stalked, thick and glossy, heart-shaped, fresh green leaves. Held on glossy red stems, the large leaves are adorned with attractive red margins and red veins on their underside. 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. ‘Hawaiian Punch’ is a hassle-free tropical that makes an unforgettable focal point and brings a distinctly tropical look to the garden. Compact, with a tidy clump forming habit, it is perfect for large containers.
Hardiness |
8 - 11 |
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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 | Taro, Elephant Ear |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spacing | 36" (90cm) |
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, Small Gardens, Water Gardens |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
Hardiness |
8 - 11 |
---|---|
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 | Taro, Elephant Ear |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spacing | 36" (90cm) |
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, Small Gardens, Water Gardens |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
How many Colocasia esculenta ‘Hawaiian Punch’ (Taro) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Colocasia esculenta ‘Hawaiian Punch’ (Taro) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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