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.
aka Colocasia esculenta, Colocasia esculenta var. antiquorum 'Illustris', Colocasia illustrius, Elephant Ear, Illustris Elephant's Ear, Illustris Imperial Taro, Taro