Nancy's Revenge Elephant Ear
Nancy's Revenge Elephant Ear (Colocasia esculenta 'Nancy's Revenge')
Nancy's Revenge Elephant Ear (Colocasia esculenta 'Nancy's Revenge') is a striking tropical plant known for its bold, deep green foliage and unique creamy-white central markings that intensify as the plant matures. This stunning variety thrives in moist conditions and adds a dramatic touch to gardens, containers, and water features.
Distinctive Features
Nancy's Revenge is renowned for its large, heart-shaped leaves that develop a prominent white streak radiating from the center, creating a striking contrast against the deep green foliage. This variety adds elegance and texture to tropical and water gardens and pairs well with other bold foliage plants.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
- Soil: Thrives in moist, well-draining soil rich in organic matter.
- Water: Requires consistent moisture; performs well in wet conditions or near water features.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 8-11; can be grown as an annual or overwintered indoors in cooler climates.
Ideal Uses
- Garden Borders: Provides a bold contrast to darker foliage and bright flowers.
- Containers: Thrives in large pots, making a statement on patios and walkways.
- Water Gardens: Perfect for pond edges and wet soil areas.
Low Maintenance Care
Nancy's Revenge Elephant Ear is an easy-to-grow plant that offers unique, eye-catching foliage with minimal upkeep.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist; thrives in damp conditions.
- Pruning: Remove any damaged or yellowing leaves to encourage new growth.
- Fertilizing: Feed with a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
- Propagation: Easily propagated through division of tubers.
Why Choose Nancy's Revenge Elephant Ear?
With its bold foliage, unique variegation, and easy-care nature, Nancy's Revenge Elephant Ear is an exceptional choice for gardeners looking to add a tropical, dramatic element to their landscape.
- Unique Variegation: Striking creamy-white streak develops as the plant matures.
- Moisture-Loving: Thrives in wet soil conditions, ideal for water gardens.
- Versatile Placement: Perfect for containers, garden beds, and pondside plantings.
- Focal Point: A dramatic and exotic plant for tropical landscapes.
For those looking to introduce a bold and easy-to-care-for tropical plant, Nancy's Revenge Elephant Ear (Colocasia esculenta 'Nancy's Revenge') is an excellent choice.
Order Fulfillment
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- All online orders can be picked up at our garden center, located at 45 Route 206 in Chester, New Jersey. Please remember to bring your order number and a valid photo ID with you.
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