Colocasia Black Stem (Black Stem Elephant Ears) Huge smooth leaves swaying atop polished black stems; fun for focal points, pond edgers and for adding a tropical touch to any landscape. Grow these elephant ears in average moisture to wet settings, in moderate shade and watch them take off. Curious, 8-12" yellow flowers are produced in late summer, emitting the appealing smell of ripe papayas. Happy in containers so you can move them around to bring them indoors at then end of the season to overwinter for next year. Highlights & Hints - Distinctive form commands attention! - Gives lush, tropical effect in partial shade Common Name: Black Stem Elephant Ears Botanical Name: Colocasia 'fontenesii 'Black Stem' Color: Large purplish leaves with a deep, metallic sheen Mature Height: 4 - 7 feet depending on length of growing season Hardiness: Zones 8-10, elsewhere lift in fall and store indoors Bloom Time: Grown for striking foliage, not for flowers Bulb/Plant Size: One healthy plant in a gallon pot Bulbs/Plants - Pkg: One healthy plant in a gallon pot Basic Planting Information Soil Type: well drained Light/Exposure: Partial shade Moisture: moderate to generous Planting Depth: same as the soil level in the pot Spacing: 3 feet

You'll Receive healthy plant in a one gallon pot