{"product_id":"v-colocasia-elephant-ears-40-45-cm","title":"Colocasia 'Elephant Ears' (40\/45 cm)","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"70\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"68\"\u003eColocasia 'Elephant Ears' (40\/45 cm), offered by Van Noort\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"135\"\u003e ?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"130\"\u003eAn exotic touch with spectacular foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e ??\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"340\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"153\"\u003eColocasia\u003c\/strong\u003e , better known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"201\"\u003e\"Elephant Ears\"\u003c\/strong\u003e , is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"243\"\u003emajestic tropical plant\u003c\/strong\u003e , appreciated for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"264\" data-end=\"302\"\u003eimmense, heart-shaped leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"337\"\u003elush and glossy green color\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"342\" data-end=\"624\"\u003e?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"393\"\u003ePerfect for gardens, terraces or pots\u003c\/strong\u003e , it creates an exotic effect and fits equally well in \u003cstrong data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"505\"\u003ea flowerbed, on the edge of a pond or in a pot on a patio\u003c\/strong\u003e . With rapid growth, it reaches \u003cstrong data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"573\"\u003e40 to 45 cm in height\u003c\/strong\u003e , developing imposing and decorative foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"666\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"664\"\u003eCharacteristics of the variety\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"956\"\u003e ?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e : 40 to 45 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"698\"\u003e ?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eExposure\u003c\/strong\u003e : Sun to partial shade\u003cbr data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"738\"\u003e ?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"753\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e : Regular, constantly moist soil\u003cbr data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"791\"\u003e ?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"809\"\u003eSoil type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Rich, well-drained, moist\u003cbr data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"841\"\u003e ?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"857\"\u003eHardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e : Not hardy (must be brought indoors in winter in cold climates) \u003cbr data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"919\"\u003e?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e : 1 bulb\/tuber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e?? Planting Colocasia bulb\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003e ?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003eWhen to plant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003e ??? \u003cstrong data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003eSpring (April to June)\u003c\/strong\u003e , after all risk of frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003e ?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eOpen ground method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1131\"\u003e 1?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003eChoose a bright location\u003c\/strong\u003e , with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003esun or partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003cbr data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003e 2?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003ePrepare a rich and well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e , while maintaining good humidity.\u003cbr data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e 3?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003ePlant the bulb about 10 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e , point upwards.\u003cbr data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003e 4?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eWater generously\u003c\/strong\u003e after planting and keep the soil constantly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003e?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003ePot method (ideal for controlling humidity and overwintering the plant)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003e 1?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003eUse a large pot\u003c\/strong\u003e (at least 30 cm in diameter) with good drainage.\u003cbr data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003e 2?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003eFill with a mixture of rich potting soil and compost\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003cbr data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003e 3?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003ePlant the bulb 10 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e , water abundantly.\u003cbr data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003e 4?? Place the pot \u003cstrong data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003ein full sun or partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e , making sure to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003emaintain constant humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003e ?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003eTip\u003c\/strong\u003e : Colocasia likes moist soil but does not tolerate standing water. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003eAdd a saucer of water under the pots\u003c\/strong\u003e to maintain optimal hydration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3 data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2108\"\u003e?? Wintering – What to do after summer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2243\"\u003e ?? \u003cstrong data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eColocasia is not hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e in cold climates (zones 7 and below). 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