Colocasia Gecko™ Black Sapphire
What do Geckos and Elephant Ears have in common? - They both like warm climates - There are numerous species to choose from - Most of them have appealing colors - They range in size from very small, to quite large
From Kentucky born tropical plant breeder Brian Williams of Brian's Botanicals, we bring you this new stunning, black leaved elephant ear. The perfect selection for the back of a garden bed, Black Sapphire Gecko stands tall above most of the other elephant ears in the series, with amazing, black, satin leaves that seem to change their look, depending on the way the light dances across their foliage. Dark stems support nice, tight clumps, and show off the maroon-colored undersides of the leaves. Whether you use it as a backdrop for shorter varieties, or as a specimen up front and center, this is a Gecko worthy of attention!
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Who Am I?
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Common Name
Black Sapphire elephant ear -
Botanical Name
Colocasia 'Black Sapphire' PP27966 -
Type
Tropical
Cultural Details
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Size
6-7' tall by 4-6' wide -
Hardiness Zone
8-11 -
Light
Part Sun - prefers afternoon shade -
Soil
Average garden soil -
Moisture
Moist, but well-drained -
Disease & Pests
None known -
Landscape Use
Containers, foundations, mass plantings, urban gardens -
Propagation
Tissue Culture