• A close-up of green, wavy Pharoah's Mask elephant ear leaves with prominent redish veins.
  • A close-up of green, wavy Pharoah's Mask elephant ear leaves with prominent redish veins.
  • A close-up of green, wavy Pharoah's Mask elephant ear leaves with prominent redish veins.
  • A potted Pharoah's Mask Elephant Ear with prominent green leaves and red stems in a garden setting.
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Elephant Ear Bulbs - Pharoah's Mask

Dark purple veins stand above glossy leaves creating an unusual architectural look

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About the Variety

Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Dappled Shade
Prefers Moist Soil
Clay Soil Tolerant
Container Friendly
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Medicinal
Edible
Reduces Erosion

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Colocasia esculenta

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Partial Shade

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 48 inches

COLOR

  • Green
  • Purple

Elephant Ear Bulbs Pharaoh's Mask is a captivating hybrid known for its large, glossy olive-green leaves adorned with raised dark purple veins, resembling an elephant's ear. This impressive plant grows up to four feet tall and thrives in warmer zones, making it a perfect addition to gardens in warm, humid climates. It flourishes with plenty of moisture, making it ideal for planting near water features or in large containers. This unique variety is a cross between dark star and black stem elephant ear.

  • Enjoys the moisture and soil richness at the edge of a pond or water garden
  • Heart-shaped leaves point downward
  • Cannot tolerate frost, must lift bulbs in the cooler zones

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 4 to 6 inches Deep

WATER NEEDS

  • High

PLANT SPACING

  • 2 to 4 feet

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11

COVERAGE

Amount Recommended Coverage
1 Bulb / Ships in Spring Up to 0.5 Sq. Ft
2 Bulbs / Ships in Spring Up to 1 Sq. Ft
3 Bulbs / Ships in Spring Up to 1.75 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Elephant Ear Planting Guide to learn more.

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Elephant Ear Bulbs - Pharoah's Mask

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Elephant Ear Bulbs - Pharoah's Mask FAQs

What size bulbs will I receive with Pharoah's Mask Elephant Ear?

The bulbs for Pharoah's Mask Elephant Ear measure 5 to 7 inches in circumference.

What type of bulb is Pharoah's Mask Elephant Ear grown from?

Pharoah's Mask Elephant Ear is grown from a bulb.

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