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Xanthosoma 'Lime Zinger'
Also Known As
- Xanthosoma mafaffa 'Lime Zinger'
- Lime Zinger Golden Elephant Ears
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid
size
- H: 4'
- W: 4'
planting zones
- 9b-12
Xanthosoma 'Lime Zinger' plant details
Xanthosoma 'Lime Zinger' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with chartreuse foliage. In summer flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and high - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Xanthosoma 'Lime Zinger'
- Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: araceae
- Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen chartreuse
- Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
- Uses: big leaves, showy, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Xanthosoma 'Lime Zinger'
- USDA Zones: 9b - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: high - regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Huge, glowing, chartreuse leaves.
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Gardening facts about Xanthosoma 'Lime Zinger' plant
How to Grow Xanthosoma 'Lime Zinger'
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- high - regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- chartreuse
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
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Plant Type
Perennial, Aroid
Zones
8b-12
Size
Height: 3'-7'
Width: 2'-5'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- regular
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