Gardeners

Colocasias thrive in humid conditions. Ample soil moisture is a must. If planting in a container, consider a self watering type with a reservoir. Larger pots will allow room for the underground corm and cormels to grow. When frost threatens, bring plants indoors to overwinter. For best results provide a southern exposure and don’t let soil dry out. Wait for the last frost to plant outside.

• Hardiness: USDA Zone 7b (5˚ F); frost will trigger dormancy.

• Exposure: Full sun for best color.

• Soil: Rich, moist. Colocasias are wetland plants. Burnt leaf edges can be a sign of under-watering.

• Temperature: The warmer the better for fast growth.

• Fertilizing: Avoid over-feeding.

 

Wholesale Growers

• Hardiness: USDA Zone 7b (5˚ F); frost will trigger dormancy.

• Exposure: Full sun for best color.

• Soil: Rich, moist. Colocasia are wetland plants. Burnt leaf edges can be a sign of under-watering.

• Temperature: The warmer the better for fast growth.

• Fertilizer: Avoid over-feeding.

• Tray size: 50, 72.

• Recommended Finished Pot size: 1 gallon and larger.

• Finish time (when grown warm):
From 72 liner to 1 gallon pot: approx. 6 weeks.
From 72 liner to 5 gallon pot: approx. 12-15 weeks.
From 72 liner to 15 gallon pot: approx. 20-24 weeks (select colors).

• Treat as other tropicals. Avoid extended dry periods.
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