Description
The oldest cultivated crop in the world is the Taro plant or Colocasia. It has been grown in parts of tropical and subtropical Asia for more than 10,000 years. It now has become very popular with growers all over the USA as a large leafed, ornamental tropical landscape and water plant. Colocasia reach an average four feet tall with a clump of large, heart shaped leaves. They are thirsty plants that perform great in ponds and marginal areas. The also do well in landscape, on a patio, or as a mixed container centerpiece.
Cultivation
The Black Magic variety does well in full sun, but prefers partial shade or filtered sun. Taro requires medium to heavy water and will do best in a wet environment. Grows 3-6 feet tall, Soil type: Clay, Loam, Sand; USDA Hardiness Zone: 8-10,
Plant size is 6-8 inches tall shipped in 2-1/2 x 2-1/2 x 3-1/2 inch deep pot.
Shipping
All plants shipped using USPS First Class or Priority mail depending on quantity purchase. 1 day handling time and next morning drop-off for deliveries Monday through Saturday.
Combined Shipping
Our combined shipping is simple - $5.99 for the first and $1.50 for each plant after 1 - buy more and save big on shipping!
Customer Satisfaction
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Colocasia esculenta - 'Black Magic' - Live Plant
The Black Magic variety does well in full sun, but prefers partial shade or filtered sun. Taro requires medium to heavy water and will do best in a wet environment. Grows 3-6 feet tall, Soil type: Clay, Loam, Sand; USDA Hardiness Zone: 8-10,
Plant size is 6-8 inches tall shipped in 2-1/2 x 2-1/2 x 3-1/2 inch deep pot.