Color: Deep green to smoky bluish leaves with striking black stems.
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Fragrance: None.
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Wildlife & Pest Resistance: Generally deer resistant; may attract occasional leaf-eating insects in humid climates.
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Planting Zone: Hardy in USDA zones 8–11 (grow as an annual or overwinter indoors in colder zones).
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Sun Preferences: Prefers full sun to partial shade; partial shade is ideal in hot climates.
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Drought Tolerance: Low; prefers consistently moist soil and can tolerate wet conditions.
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Planting Instructions (from a 3.5" pot into the ground):
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Plant after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed.
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Select a site with rich, well-draining soil that retains moisture.
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Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep.
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Remove the plant from its pot, gently loosening roots if pot-bound.
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Place in the hole with the crown at soil level, backfill, and firm soil gently.
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Water thoroughly after planting and keep soil evenly moist throughout the growing season.
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Mulch around the base to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
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Black Stemmed Elephant Ear plants bring a tropical, high-contrast flair to gardens and containers, making them a standout choice for lush, dramatic landscape designs.
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