Hardy Elephant Ear

Alocasia wentii

SKU #45742
8-10

Good to Grow...indoors:

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This variety expands the growing range of Alocasia, being hardy down to Zone 8. The one-foot-long leaves have showy metallic purple undersides. Excellent as a large houseplant or as a specimen in the landscape. Will go dormant in colder winter areas.
LIGHT: Bright Indirect Light
WATER: Keep soil surface moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Reaches 3 ft. tall and wide.

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Bloom TimePrized for foliage.
Growth RateModerate
Care InstructionsThrives 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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Bloom TimePrized for foliage.
Growth RateModerate
Care
Care InstructionsThrives 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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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.

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.