Colocasia Black Stem

Breathtaking dark green to black foliage!
$21.95
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SKU
27637
Bulb Pack Size
Pack of 1

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Features to Note

Zone

9 - 11

Mature Height

6 Feet

Mature Width

5 Feet

Light Requirements

Full Sun

Moisture Requirements

Moist, well-drained

Soil Tolerance

Normal, loamy

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range
9 - 11
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Description

Primarily grown for its spectacular foliage, Colocasia esculenta 'Fontanesii' is commonly known as Black Stem Elephant Ear. It is a frost tender perennial with large, heart shaped, blue green leaves adorned with dark green veins and a shiny black cast. They sit atop striking purple-black leaf stalks. The leaves of Colocasia point dramatically toward the ground. Small flowers of pale yellow are infrequently produced in the summer but are charming nonetheless. Strong and fast growing this Elephant Ear is a hassle free plant that makes an unforgettable focal point and brings distinct tropical flare to the landscape, water garden, or even a large container.

Details

Item Form: Bulb
Bulb Pack Size: Pack of 1
Genus: Calocasia
Species: esculenta
Variety: 'Fontanesii'
Category: Bulbs
Habit: Upright
USDA Zone Low: 9
USDA Zone High: 11
Bloom Color: Yellow
Foliage Color: Blue Green, Dark Green, Medium Green, Purple
Uses: Beds, Border, Containers
Zone: 9, 10, 11
State Shipping Restrictions: GU, PR, VI
Shipping Method Restrictions: none
Discount Exempt: No

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