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Dark Colocasia Bulbs for Sale | Diamond Head Elephant Ear

We can't help but wonder if renowned breeder John Cho knew just how magnificent the results would be of crossing a black Elephant Ear with a glossy one. Well, either way, we're glad he did because this variety is simply spectacular! Colocasia Diamond Head produces shiny leaves in a shade of purple so dark they almost appear black and vivid burgundy-red stems.

Super fast-growing and dramatic, this tropical plant thrives in wet or boggy soils and will even tolerate being submerged in water features. Unlike its other dark relatives, Diamond Head yields the deepest, most lustrous leaves in full, bright sun. Plant outside or in containers, and for those in colder climates, bring the bulbs indoors over winter. Enjoy!

Easy to Grow Features:

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  • Zone: 8-12; Lift Bulbs in Fall in Lower Zones or Grow Indoors
  • Height: 4-5 ft.
  • Spacing: 3 ft.
  • Sunlight: Partial Sun to Partial Shade; Bright Direct to Bright Indirect Indoors
  • Water: Moderate to High
  • Flowering Time: Inconspicuous Blooms
  • Flower Color: Grown for Striking Foliage

Sku: 10214-01

Includes: 1 Colocasia bulb

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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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