JUMBO Elephant Ear bulbs, Tropical Foliage ,Size 13/15

Colocasia — Elephant Ear — delivers an unmistakable bold tropical effect in any landscape with its massive, dramatic leaves reminiscent of elephant ears. Available in a variety of colors and sizes, these jumbo size 13/15 tubers are ideal for creating an instant focal point, lush background planting, striking ground cover, or container specimen. Equally at home around ponds, along walkways, patio enclosures, and in mixed tropical borders. Tender perennial — must be lifted and stored in cold climates.

Plant Highlights

• Large, bold tropical foliage in a range of colors — immediately impactful in any garden setting
• Versatile use: focal point, background, ground cover, container, pondside, walkway accent
• Jumbo size 13/15 tubers for maximum first-season impact
• Grows in full sun to partial shade; prefers rich, moist soil
• Tender perennial — lift and store in zones with hard winters

Planting Guide

Outdoor planting: Plant tubers directly outdoors once all threat of frost or freezing temperatures has passed. Plant 2–3 inches deep, blunt end down. Choose a site with rich, moist soil — full sun to partial shade. Partial shade generally preferred; full sun tolerated.

Indoor head start: Plant indoors approximately 8 weeks before the last frost date in rich, organic potting soil at the same depth. Harden off plants for about 1 week before moving outdoors.

Care Guide

Watering: Water regularly during dry spells, especially container-grown plants. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Fertilizing: Apply a slow-release fertilizer to the soil periodically for lush, vigorous growth — not strictly required but beneficial.

Winter storage (cold climates): Freezing temperatures damage tubers and kill foliage. After the first frost, cut foliage back to a few inches and carefully dig up the tubers. Allow to dry for 1–2 days, then store in peat moss or wood shavings in a cool, dark location — such as a basement or garage — until spring.

Planting Specs

• Common name: Elephant Ear
• Botanical name: Colocasia spp.
• Tuber size: Jumbo 13/15
• Type: Tender perennial (treat as annual in frost-prone zones)
• Light: Full sun to partial shade (partial shade preferred)
• Soil: Rich, moist; excellent drainage not required — tolerates consistently moist conditions
• Planting depth: 2–3 inches, blunt end down
• Use: Focal point, background, ground cover, container, pondside, tropical borders