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Back to buying options3 Assorted Colocasia Live Plants – Elephant Ear Starter Plants | 3–10 Inch Tropical Foliage | Assorted Varieties | Garden & Container Plants | Ships Without Pot
Bring bold tropical foliage to your garden with this set of 3 live assorted Colocasia, also known as Elephant Ear plants. Each set includes three healthy young starter plants selected by the nursery based on availability. Since the varieties are assorted, each order offers a unique mix of Colocasia with naturally varying leaf shapes, sizes, and characteristics.
These tropical foliage plants are excellent for garden beds, containers, pond edges, tropical landscapes, and decorative displays. They thrive in warm conditions and produce large, dramatic leaves that create an impressive tropical atmosphere. Customers cannot select specific varieties; plants are chosen by the nursery at the time of shipping.
You will receive:
✔️ 3 live assorted Colocasia starter plants
✔️ Approximately 3–10 inches tall each
✔️ Nursery-selected assorted varieties
✔️ Healthy young Elephant Ear plants
✔️ May ship without pots
✔️ Suitable for gardens, containers, and tropical landscapes
✔️ Carefully packaged for safe arrival
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Elephant Ear, Colocasia
Botanical Name: Colocasia spp.
Plant Type: Tropical foliage perennial
Growth Stage: Young starter plants
Sun Requirements: Partial shade to full sun; morning sun is ideal in hot climates
Soil: Rich, well-draining soil
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist; do not allow plants to completely dry out
Mature Size: Varies by variety and growing conditions
Growth Habit: Upright, clumping foliage
Foliage: Large decorative leaves with naturally varying shapes and colors
Growth Rate: Fast in warm growing conditions
USDA Zones: Generally 8–11, depending on variety
Container Friendly: Yes
Water Garden Friendly: Suitable for moist areas and pond edges
💡 Care Tip: Plant your Colocasia starters in rich, well-draining soil and provide consistent moisture during active growth. Partial shade to full sun can work depending on the variety and climate, with morning sun being especially helpful in hot areas. Protect the plants from frost and freezing temperatures. Temporary drooping or leaf damage after shipping is normal, and new growth should develop as the plants acclimate.
