Colocasia rubra 'Black Magic' | Elephant Ear Plant Planting_April or alongside water features

or alongside water features

but ensure they are sheltered from strong winds

Shape: The leaves of the Monstera Amydrium Medium Silver typically maintain the classic Monstera split-leaf shape

Bees and butterflies love it

Watering is advisable in drought

Colocasia rubra 'Black Magic' | Elephant Ear Plant Planting_April or alongside water featuresLarge, heart shaped leaves (up to 60cm long) which emerge green and darken to a deep purple black Grow this moisture loving foliage plant by the pondside, in borders or even in containers. Suitable for conservatories Maximum impact for minimal work this is a low maintenance plant which doesn't require pruning Thrives in sunny or partly shady conditions, will need winter protection All parts are posinous if eaten uncooked and can irritate skin wear