Coal Miner ™ Elephant Ear - Colocasia

The Coal Miner elephant ear is a clone of Colocasia antiquorum from India. Sporting all the good looks of an Illustris, the Coal Miner also has some additional features: It gets 10-15 inches taller than Illustris, emerges two months earlier, and grows glossy, velvety leaves.

• Height when mature: 4-6 feet
• Light: Full to part sun.
• Soil: Rich well drained, keep moist, do not let dry out between waterings.
• Zones: 7-11

Plant size. Our plants ship in 3-inch-deep pots when they are 3-6 inches tall so they can grow to maturity under your green thumb.

Damaged, dead, or missing leaves? Many sellers ship elephant ear rhizomes without leaves, but we have found a way to successfully ship with leaves. However, on occasion a leaf is damaged during shipping or some leaves die. No fear! The rhizome is still alive and healthy and will grow new leaves relatively quickly. Just repot and trim off any damaged or dead leaves. During fall and winter, elephant ears may ship without leaves because they are dormant. This is an important part of the growing cycle in which it’s strengthening its root system. It's still a healthy, viable plant that will grow new leaves in spring when there is more light and there are warmer temperatures during the day and night. Just protect from extreme cold and water every week or two.

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