How Do You Care For Elephant Ear Plants?
Elephant ear plants require little care and attention. They grow well in a variety of conditions making them an excellent choice to add a tropical look to your garden without requiring much maintenance. Elephant ears, from the genera Alocasia, Colocasia and Xanthosoma, tolerate a wide range of soil types and thrive in shade or sun with little or lots of water. The plant’s name derives from the large shapely leaves resembling the ear of an elephant which sprout from the tuberous stock. They are grown for foliage in temperate climates. Provide a mix of soil rich in composted organic matter to stimulate lush prolific growth. Cultivate compost into the soil of the root zone within a 1-foot diameter of the stock and at a depth of several inches. Do this three times a year to ensure a steady supply of necessary nutrients. Plant elephant ears beneath other taller plants in the garden for best growth. The canopy created by the branches and leaves of taller plants will provide a dappled light w
