Bring the Exotic Home with a Live Starter Plant

Unleash the beauty of the tropics with our Elephant Ear Plant, the captivating Black Coral Taro. You’ll receive one live starter plant ready to transform your garden or indoor space. This plant boasts glamorous, glossy leaves accentuated by striking electric blue veins, a true statement piece for any plant enthusiast. With a little care, your starter plant will mature into the stunning specimen you see in the pictures.

The Black Coral Taro, also known as Colocasia, brings a touch of elegance and drama to any setting. Its dark, almost black foliage provides a stunning contrast to other plants, creating a visually appealing and dynamic landscape. The unique veining adds another layer of intrigue, making it a conversation starter and a focal point of your garden.

Benefits of Growing the Black Coral Taro:

• Stunning Visual Appeal: Adds a touch of drama and elegance to any space.
• Easy to Grow: Thrives in shaded areas and moist soil.
• Versatile: Can be grown in gardens, containers, or even water gardens.
• Unique Foliage: The dark leaves and electric blue veins create a striking contrast.
• Fast Growing: With the right care, your starter plant will quickly reach maturity.

Growing Conditions: The plant thrives in 65%-75% shade, enjoying bright light but avoiding direct sunlight, preferring about 80% shade for optimal growth. It prefers boggy, well-drained soil and is suitable for zones 7B-11. Your plant will ship fully rooted in a 6-inch plug, ready to flourish under your care.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How big will my Elephant Ear Plant get? The average mature height is approximately 4 feet.
2. What kind of light does it need? It prefers 65%-75% shade, enjoying bright light but not direct sunlight. Aim for about 80% shade for best growth.
3. What type of soil is best? Boggy but well-drained soil is ideal for this plant.
4. What USDA hardiness zones are suitable for this plant? This plant thrives in zones 7B-11.
5. How big is the starter plant when it ships? Our plants ship fully rooted in a plug about 6 inches in height.