Go Back Taro, Imperial

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:14 PM
Colocasia 'Illustris'

    Plant Type: Water Gardening

    Tropical plant with black foliage high-lighted with bright green veins. Adds contrast and boldness to the pond or wet area.

    Currently not available for online purchase.

    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Likes to be planted or set where rich organic matter is in excess. A stream between ponds works well. Plant likes an abundance of fertilizer.

    Taro's send runners, which can be cut and transplanted for the purpose of holding over through the winter. Plant does need to be wintered indoors as it is a tropical in this region.

    Plant is well worth the expense as the foliage is very rewarding.

    Flower Color

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    Foliage Color

    Black with green veins

    Plant Spread

    4-5'

    Good Companions

    Any water garden plants.

    Plant Height

    36-48

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    8-10

    Soil Moisture

    Moist

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Bog or water garden, Focal point, Container, Foliage interest

    Bloom Time

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    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Partial to full sun

    Growth Rate

    Medium to fast

    Seasonal Interests

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