Colocasia 'Black Magic' soft fruits sturdy-looking palm

sturdy-looking palm

large almond shaped leaves grow on long vines which will eventually put out heavily scented clusters of pale pink/creamy star shaped flowers

Its flower bracts start out as a deep rich russet colour that slowly fades to a delicate peach and makes for exquisite contrast

apricot flowers in summer and autumn that have a lovely red centre

Plant in a sunny position where soil is fertile

Colocasia 'Black Magic' soft fruits sturdy-looking palmColocasia esculenta 'Black Magic' is a popular form of Elephant Ear prized for its luxurious, large, rich black velvety looking leaves on deep purple stems. Grows approximately 1 x 1m. Subtropical plant benefits from a warm, humid climate. Full sun to part shade. Rich, moist soil. This plant does well in a bog or even in the margins of a water garden, as well as in average garden soil. Tolerant of wet feet. Not suitable for dry areas.