| Size | 2-3 tall by 30-36″ wide |
| USDA hardiness Zones | 6-11 |
| Sun / Shade | full sun |
| Soil | average garden soil, well drained |
| Moisture | moist, but well drained to get established, once established, it is very drought tolerant |
| Disease and Pests | none known |
| Landscape use | Foundation plantings, mass plantings, front or middle of the border, urban gardens, containers |
| Market appeal / Uniqueness | Madeira is a compact, black-leaved selection with a luscious, velvety look that everyone wants to touch. |
| Propagation Methods | tissue culture |
Midway in size between a caladium and an elephant ear, Madeira grows only 2 to 3 feet tall, adding depth and drama to ga rden compositions. It is an ideal selection for the mid border or as a foliar element in large containers, where it contrasts and complements brightly colored foliage and flowers. Another great character trait of this new selection is that unlike other black-leaved forms, Madeira will not spread and take over your garden