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Big and beautiful, the dusty black leaves of Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic' quickly develop into a mass of bold, exuberant tropicality in sun to part shade, and in borders or containers. A rich, moist garden soil will bring out its best, or grow this Elephant's Ear as a marginal aquatic. Perennial in Zones 8–10.
This small genus comes from tropical Asia, where its starchy tubers have been an important food source for centuries. The plants thrive in moist, even wet, soils and produce striking round or arrow-shaped leaves.
For more information on growing Colocasia, click Growing Guide.
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The size of the plants we ship has been selected to reduce the shock of transplanting. For some, this means a large, bareroot crown. Others cannot travel bareroot or transplant best if grown in containers. We ship these perennials and annuals in 1 pint pots, except as noted. We must point out that many perennials will not bloom the first year after planting, but will the following year, amply rewarding your patience. We ship bulbs as dormant, bare bulbs, sometimes with some wood shavings or moss. Shrubs, Roses, vines, and other woody plants may be shipped bareroot or in pots. The size of the pot is noted in the quick facts for each item.
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Growing guide
Latin Name Pronunciation: cole-oh-kay'see-uh
Wait to plant your Colocasia outdoors until all danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed to 60°F. Until then, keep your potted rhizome indoors in a warm (above 65°F), bright location. Move it outdoors once evening temperatures remain above 50°F in your area. Acclimate transplants to outdoor conditions slowly to avoid scorching the foliage. Plant in average to damp soil. If rhizomes are actively growing prior to planting, they will also fare well in soggy soil or even shallow water. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer (10-10-10).
Elephant's Ears are hardy to Zone 8 (10°F). In colder climates, they can be overwintered indoors in their container or dug and stored bareroot. Before the first frost in fall, lift the clump of rhizomes with a spade or fork. Store rhizomes in peat moss to help retain moisture, and keep them in a cool location (50–60°F) for the winter.
For information on planting and care of annuals, click here.
