Colocasia Diamond Head Elephant Ear
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PLANTING DEPTH
6-8"
WATER
Moderate to High
SUNLIGHT
Partial Sun to Partial Shade; Bright Direct to Bright Indirect Indoors
PLANTING PROXIMITY
3 ft.
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Common Name:
Elephant Ear, Black Leaf Elephant Ear, Taro
Botanical Name:
Colocasia esculenta 'Diamond Head'
Exposure:
Partial Sun to Partial Shade; Bright Direct to Bright Indirect Indoors
Hardiness:
Zones 8-12
Height:
4-5 ft.
Color:
Glossy leaves so dark a purple, they appear black, vivid burgundy red stems
Bloom Season:
Grown for Foliage; Late Spring to Summer
Bulb/Plant Size:
Up to 7" (c.)
Number:
1 Colocasia bulb
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