2.5 Qt. Royal Hawaiian ‘Waikiki’ Colocasia Plant (Elephant Ear) with Green, Pink and White Variegated Foliage

Description

The Royal Hawaiian ‘Waikiki’ Colocasia is a deciduous tropical plant that boasts striking foliage and an exotic appearance that thrives is USDA zones 8-11. With its large, heart-shaped leaves that can grow up to 2 ft. in length, this plant is sure to make a statement in any garden or indoor space. The leaves of the ‘Waikiki’ Colocasia are a vibrant green color with bold, dark purple veins that add depth and texture to its appearance. The stems of the plant are a deep purple color, providing a beautiful contrast to the green leaves with white and pink variegation. This colocasia is known for its hardiness and ability to thrive in a variety of growing conditions. It prefers well-draining soil and moderate watering, but can also tolerate periods of drought. It can be grown both in containers and in the ground, making it a versatile addition to any landscape. Overall, the Royal Hawaiian ‘Waikiki’ Colocasia is a beautiful and unique plant that will add a touch of the tropics to any space. Its striking appearance make it a great addition to any garden, landscape, or indoor plant collection.

• Colocasia elephant ear with boldly variegated foliage with hues of pink, white, and green
• USDA zones 8 to zones 11 (hardy to 10°F to 20°F)
• Matures to 3 ft. tall x 3 ft. wide
• Deciduous plant- this plant will go dormant each year losing most to all of it’s foliage and then will flush again in spring
• You live in zones below the recommended growing zones we suggest planting this plant in containers that can moved to a protected area during the Winter
• Great in landscapes, containers, tropical gardens, poolside plantings, and can be used as a house plant
• Considered a fragile plant- some foliage bruising loss is possible in shipping, if any foliage is damaged in shipping the damaged foliage can be removed and this plant will produce new foliage within a few weeks
• Fertilize in Spring with slow-release granular fertilizer
• Plant in full Sun to part Sun
• Ships from Alabama- customers beyond the southeast should place orders from early fall to late spring to avoid heat damage in transit
• Placing a large order consider ordering 1-plants to 2-plants to ensure that they will meet your specifications before placing the order for the entire project