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    Colocasia esculenta 'Ruffles'

    Also Known As

    • Ruffles Elephant Ear

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aroid

    size

    • H: 5'-6'
    • W: 5'-8'

    planting zones

    • 7a-10b

    Colocasia esculenta 'Ruffles' plant details

    Colocasia esculenta 'Ruffles' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Colocasia esculenta 'Ruffles'

    Plant type: perennial aroid bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: araceae
    Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Uses: big leaves, heart-shaped leaves

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Colocasia esculenta 'Ruffles'

    USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: rich

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Colocasia esculenta 'Ruffles' is a rare discovery from Tifton, Georgia. A dwarf plant that loves deep shade multiplies well with leaves that are almost round with symmetrical deep green splotches (ribs) bordered by a light grey-green midrib that then entirely encircles each of the leaves. Smooth green colored leaves grow about 1 foot long. plant height 2'.

    By: Florida Hill Nursery

    Gardening facts about Colocasia esculenta 'Ruffles' plant

    How to Grow Colocasia esculenta 'Ruffles'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen
      • deciduous
      • semi-evergreen

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