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    • Photo of Colocasia 'Tea Party' PPAF foliage by Little Prince of Oregon

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    Colocasia 'Tea Party' PPAF

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 3'-5'
    • W: 2'-5'

    planting zones

    • 8b-12

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    Colocasia 'Tea Party' PPAF plant details

    Colocasia 'Tea Party' PPAF is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with black, burgundy, chocolate, green and purple foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Colocasia 'Tea Party' PPAF

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: araceae
    Foliage: deciduous black, burgundy, chocolate, green and purple
    Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Colocasia 'Tea Party' PPAF

    USDA Zones: 8b - 12
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: heat and humidity
    Soil needs: rich

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Colocasia esculenta ‘Tea Party’ is an upright, clumping taro with spectacular large, heart-shaped, black leaves. Leaves face outwards for a dramatic, tropical display. Strong and fast growing. Best in a wind sheltered location. Excellent accent in the garden, container or pond. This tuberous plant prefers organically rich, medium to wet soils. ‘Tea Party’ adds bold color and a tropical look to any garden. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    Gardening facts about Colocasia 'Tea Party' PPAF plant

    How to Grow Colocasia 'Tea Party' PPAF

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green
      • burgundy
      • purple
      • chocolate
      • black

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

    Height: 3'-6'

    Width: 3'-6'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • standing water - regular
    Photo of Colocasia antiquorum 'Illustris' foliage by Rare Plant Research
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    Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic'

    aka Taro

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aquatic, Aroid

    Zones

    8a-12

    Size

    Height: 3'-6'

    Width: 3'-6'

    • sun - dappled shade
    • high - regular
    Photo of Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic' foliage by Leafari
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    Colocasia fallax

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    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aquatic, Aroid

    Zones

    7b-10b

    Size

    Height: 1'-2'

    Width: 2'-4'

    • mostly sun - shade
    • standing water - high
    Photo of Colocasia fallax foliage by Brian's Botanicals
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    Colocasia esculenta 'Diamond Head'

    aka Diamond Head Elephant Ear

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aroid

    Zones

    7b-10b

    Size

    Height: 3'-4'

    Width: 3'-4'

    • mostly sun - bright shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Colocasia esculenta 'Diamond Head' foliage by Leafari
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    Colocasia esculenta 'Mojito'

    aka Mojito Elephant Ear

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aroid

    Zones

    7b-10b

    Size

    Height: 3'-5'

    Width: 3'-5'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Colocasia esculenta 'Mojito' foliage by Leafari
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