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• Giant Elephant Ear Bulbs grow into dramatic Colocasia esculenta plants with enormous green tropical foliage. Large heart shaped to shield shaped leaves rise on tall stems, creating bold summer impact in garden beds, landscaped areas, patios and outdoor living spaces. These impressive foliage plants make excellent focal points without relying on flowers for color and interest.
• Colocasia esculenta thrives in summer warmth and produces increasingly impressive foliage as plants become established. Giant Elephant Ears can reach several feet tall under favorable growing conditions, making them useful for adding height, lush greenery and a tropical appearance around patios, pools, walkways and landscape beds.
• Large container growing makes it easy to add Elephant Ear foliage to patios, porches and other outdoor spaces. Choose a substantial container with adequate drainage and room for vigorous growth. Plants appreciate rich soil and consistent moisture during active growth, especially during hot summer weather when their large leaves require dependable water.
• Plant dormant Elephant Ear bulbs or corms in spring after danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed. Choose a location with sun to partial shade and rich, moisture retentive soil. Position the corm correctly, cover with soil and water thoroughly, then maintain consistent moisture as new shoots emerge and plants begin active growth.
• Cold hardiness varies by climate, and Giant Elephant Ear is commonly grown as a warm season plant in colder regions. Where plants are not winter hardy, gardeners can lift dormant corms after foliage dies back and protect them from freezing temperatures for winter storage. In sufficiently warm climates, established plants may return as perennials.

Overview

• Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 4 x 2.5 inches; 2.08 ounces
• Date First Available ‏ : ‎ March 24, 2015
• ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00V4VA29I
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