Colocasia 'Electric Blue Gecko' PP26153

Also Known As

Colocasia x Electric Blue Gecko™
Electric Blue Gecko™ Elephant Ear

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Colocasia 'Electric Blue Gecko' PP26153 plant details

Colocasia 'Electric Blue Gecko' PP26153 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with apricot and black foliage. In fall, spring and summer flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Colocasia 'Electric Blue Gecko' PP26153

Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: deciduous apricot and black
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Colocasia 'Electric Blue Gecko' PP26153

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Electric Blue Gecko reaches 2 - 3' and grows in a clump. Each leaf is extremely dark black to metallic blue, and even sometimes purple, depending on the lights' reflection. The undersides of the leaves are dark maroon. Prefers sun to partial shade. This is a spectacular new var. Get them while they are here. Elephant Ear varieties are hardy in zones 7-10 as perennials and suitable in zones 4-6 as annuals. They are popular as annuals due to their rapid growth - colocasia makes a dramatic impact to the landscape within just one season.

By: Florida Hill Nursery

If you're looking for the darkest leaves on any colocasia, 'Electric Blue Gecko' is sure to impress you. The dark black leaves have a blue metallic overlay and they seem to change color depending on the light; at times they may look black, dark purple or metallic blue. The undersides of the leaves have a hint of burgundy and the leaf stems are jet black. 'Electric Blue Gecko' is a great addition to containers or garden beds with its contrasting color against most flowering annuals. It reaches a modest height of about 3' tall.

By: Logee's Plants for Home & Garden

Gardening facts about Colocasia 'Electric Blue Gecko' PP26153 plant

How to Grow Colocasia 'Electric Blue Gecko' PP26153

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- apricot
- black
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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