Elephant Ear
Alocasia cadierii
Filtered sun
Water often to keep soil surface moist, but not soggy.
THIS PLANT MAY BE AVAILABLE IN THESE STORES:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- Lowe's
1659 Niagara Falls Blvd. Amherst NY 14228
- Gullo's Garden Center
4767 Southwestern Blvd. Hamburg NY 14075
- Seasonal Landscaping & Nursery, Inc.
1120 Bullis Road Elma NY 14059
- Lowe's
8150 Transit Road Williamsville NY 14221
| Botanical Pronunciation | a-loh-KAY-see-uh kad-ee-AIR-ee-eye |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderately growing; large leaves on basal stems reach 2 to 3 ft. tall |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Tropical |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Container, Houseplant, Specimen |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun |
| Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Gift Plant, Shade Loving, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | High |
| Watering Needs | Water often to keep soil surface moist, but not soggy. |
Thrives and spreads freely in evenly moist, organically rich, well-drained soil. Prefers bright shade or filtered sun, and warm, humid environments. Apply a controlled release fertilizer to the potting mix or garden soil. In cold winter zones, enjoy outdoors but move inside well before threat of frost. Remove old, faded foliage as needed.
This Plant's Growing Zones: ALL
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 6
Grow Indoors in All Zones