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Colocasia esculenta Black Coral

Colocasia esculenta Black Coral

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Rating: 4.8/5

Colocasia esculenta Black Coral features glossy, jet black leaves that bring bold contrast to any garden. It grows to 1.2 m tall and 90 cm wide and thrives in sunny or part-shaded, sheltered positions.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Perennials
Height:	1.20 m
Spread:	90 cm
Flowering time:
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Containers, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as
Sku	11491

Growing Colocasia esculenta Black Coral Successfully in NZ

Colocasia esculenta Black Coral grows best in sunny to partially shaded positions with well-drained soil. It's well-suited to most NZ regions and copes well with seasonal shifts.

Colocasia esculenta Black Coral Care Tips

To keep Colocasia esculenta Black Coral thriving, water during dry spells and feed with slow-release fertiliser in spring. Light trimming maintains its tidy shape.

Plant Size and Spacing

Colocasia esculenta Black Coral typically reaches its mature size within a few years. Allow enough room around it to grow to full size without crowding.

Why Buy Colocasia esculenta Black Coral from The Plant Company

The Plant Company supplies top-quality Colocasia esculenta Black Coral plants, grown in NZ for local conditions. Orders over $150 receive free shipping nationwide.

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