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Colocasia 'Polargreen'

Plant type

perennial, aroid

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 5b-10b

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Colocasia 'Polargreen' plant details

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Colocasia 'Polargreen' is the first ever zone 5 hardy elephant ears! It makes for a stunning display with its impressive height from 3-5 feet tall and its distinctive, floppy green leaves and pink stems. Yellowish-white spathes and spadixes may appear in summer but are usually hidden by the foliage. Mulch well if planted in the ground over the winter, or, if in a pot and left outside, move to a protected area. Treat as a houseplant in winter in colder regions. Provide lots of water and fertilizer when in growth. Grow as a marginal plant by ponds or in pots or beds with evenly moist soil.

Gardening facts about Colocasia 'Polargreen' plant

How to Grow Colocasia 'Polargreen'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aquatic, Aroid

Zones

9a-12

Size

Height: 3'-6'

Width: 3'-6'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • standing water - regular
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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
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aka Dwarf Taro, Silver Leaf Dwarf Elephant Ear

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
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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
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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
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