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Frydek™ Elephant Ear
Alocasia micholitziana 'Frydek'
Pronunciation: a-loh-KAY-see-uh mik-oh-lit-zee-AY-nuh
SKU #05008
A wider leaf selection of a popular foliage plant whose deep green, velvety leaves have bold white veins. Provides a lush, tropical effect indoors or outdoors near a pond or in a container on a patio or deck. Evergreen.
LIGHT: Bright Indirect Light
WATER: Keep soil surface moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Large leaves on basal stems 2 to 3 ft. tall, 4 to 5 ft. wide.
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Care Instructions | 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. |
Details
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
Style
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
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Care
| Care Instructions | 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. |
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100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr.
in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.