Elephant ear bulbs are among the most eye catching of the bulbs available for purchase. Not only are they one of the largest flowering bulbs but they are also very versatile and can grow with little sunlight to full shade. Beautiful on their own or planted as a back drop for your favorite blooms, they provide a bold Tropical effect in nearly any garden. Grown for only their foliage which are reminiscent of an elephant's ears. Once established they require little to no attention. This Colocasia is the most popular of all elephant ears and provides drama in the garden, producing striking, large leaves.
Huge Tropical leaves
Can be grown in full sun, but partial shade preferred
Adapts well to growing in containers
One of the largest flowering bulbs
Once established they require little to no attention
Full sun to partial shade
Blooms all summer
Grows 4-6-ft tall
Plant 3-4-ft apart, 2-3-in deep