{"product_id":"elephant-ear-colocasia-seeds","title":"Elephant Ear Colocasia Seeds - Colocasia Esculenta, 20 seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Seeds \/ pack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElephant Ear (\u003cem\u003eColocasia esculenta\u003c\/em\u003e) is grown for its huge, heart-shaped tropical leaves, which can reach up to a meter long and bring a bold, lush look to beds, borders, and large containers. Seed of colocasia is seldom offered, so this packet is a rare chance to raise these statement foliage plants from the very beginning. Plants form large clumps of dramatic leaves through the warm season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose our seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHuge heart-shaped leaves for a dramatic tropical look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold specimen plant for beds, borders, and large containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 seeds per packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to grow Elephant Ear Colocasia seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eChoose Your Planting Method\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoors: Start seeds indoors in spring, well before warm weather arrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoors: Sow directly outdoors only where nights stay reliably warm; this tropical plant needs heat to thrive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrepare Your Materials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed-starting trays or pots (if indoors)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-draining seed-starting mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity dome or plastic wrap (to hold in moisture)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpray bottle for misting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSowing the Seeds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing to soften the seed coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow just below the surface, covering with about 1\/8 inch (3 mm) of mix; space seeds evenly in the tray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProvide the Right Conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Bright indirect light; avoid harsh direct sun on the seed tray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 75-85°F (24-30°C); steady warmth is essential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity: Cover with a humidity dome or plastic wrap to hold in moisture; vent occasionally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGermination\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColocasia seed germinates unevenly; keep the tray consistently warm and moist and be patient, as seedlings appear over several weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVent the cover occasionally to prevent mold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTransplanting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMove seedlings to larger pots, or outdoors, only after all danger of frost has passed and nights are reliably warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants generously to accommodate their large leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun: About 6 hours of sun per day once established; some afternoon shade in hot climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; colocasia loves moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilizer: Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season for the biggest leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColocasia is grown for its foliage rather than its flowers; the show is the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pemdas Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48402781831374,"sku":"9231","price":3.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/5109\/8574\/files\/il_fullxfull.7934542883_fih9.jpg?v=1790473716","url":"https:\/\/pemdasgarden.com\/products\/elephant-ear-colocasia-seeds","provider":"Pemdas Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}