Easy, Beautiful Elephant’s Ears

In a bed, border, or container, elephant’s ears are the ultimate foliage plants.

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  Plant Guide

  Colocasia esculenta 'Tiger Stripe' ('Tiger Stripe' elephant's ear)

  This purple-and-cream-streaked elephant's ear makes a splash in any combination imaginable.

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  Plant Guide

  Colocasia esculenta 'Hilo Bay' ('Hilo Bay' Elephant's Ear)

  The foliage of ‘Hilo Bay’ looks like crinkled taffeta hanging off black stems. Planted en masse, this selection makes an elegant yet whimsical statement.
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  Design

  Give Your Border a Tropical Punch

  For colorful, lush borders from mid-May to late October’s frost, look to elephant's ears and other tropicals.