Colocasia esculenta ~Royal Hawaiian®~ ~Diamond Head~  Taro  Elegantly rippled leaves. Plant Patent #19,939   Boasting a sheen highly unusual for Colocasia cultivars, these brilliant heart-shaped violet to black leaves are elegantly rippled and beautifully held up and out for maximum showiness. A combination of large dark purple to black leaves with a spectacular glossy finish and a small circular-shaped dark burgundy colored ‘piko’ and semi glossy dark burgundy colored petioles (stems).
You are bidding on small starter bare root plants with vigorous root systems 6-12 inches tall with 1-3 leaves grown in Hawaii.
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	Colocasia ~Royal Hawaiian®~ ~Diamond Head~ Taro Maybe the most incredible elephant ear yet from the breeding program University of Hawaii's Dr. John Cho. 'Diamond Head' was introduced in 2008 by breeder John Cho of Hawaii. It is a descendant of C. 'Putih' x C. 'Black Magic,' but it outdoes both parents in color and texture. Most amazing is the glossy sheen of the foliage, a texture typically found in Alocasia but not Colocasia cultivars. Boasting a sheen highly unusual for Colocasia cultivars, these brilliant heart-shaped violet to black leaves are elegantly rippled and beautifully held up and out for maximum showiness. 'Diamond Head' is an exciting breeding breakthrough in Elephant Ears, with a new texture and distinctive dark coloration that holds even in the hottest weather. Dramatically veined and lightly ruffled along the edges, the leaves on this plant are nothing short of magnificent. Find a consistently moist place in up to three-quarters shade and let 'Diamond Head' regale you from spring until frost!
(How to Grow Taro) Genus & Species: Colocasia esculenta ‘Diamond Head’ PP19,939 Protection Status: Rights Asserted. Closest Variety: C. 'Black Magic' Key Differences: ~Diamond Head iridescent purple sheen vs. glossy deep black foliage. ~Diamond Head~ medium height 48” vs. larger height 60” Foliage Color Black, Purple Mature height is 3-4 feet tall. This elephant ear can also be used as a bog plant.	Growing Information USDA Zone: Zone 7b-11. (5°F or -14°C). Bloom: Foliage selection. Spath/spadix inflorescence. Foliage: Elegant glossy dark black foliage with purple veins held on dark petioles. Habit: Tidy, clump forming habit with short runners developing close to the mother plant. 48 x 36” at maturity. Makes an ideal 6” pot 16” x12”. Propagation: Tissue Culture / division. License required for propagation. Culture: Moist rich well drained soil in full sun to part shade. 50°F nights and 70-80°F (or warmer) days. Additional Comments: Excess high nitrogen or drying out can cause foliage burn. Uses: Large Containers, Garden Borders, Mass Landscape Planting.
‘Diamond Head’ combines the deep plum-purple to chocolate-black color of the familiar ‘Black Magic’ elephant ear with a glossy sheen and ruffled edges. The shine is what is first noticeable. Deep purple leaves and stems reflect light and shimmer in the summer sun. This variety grows in a nice, mannerly clump up to 4 or 5 ft. tall. Leaves will reach 12 to 18 inches across Diamond Head: A combination of large dark purple to black leaves with a spectacular glossy finish and a small circular-shaped dark burgundy colored ‘piko’ and semi-glossy dark burgundy colored petioles (stems). Colocasias thrive in humid conditions. Ample soil moisture is a must. If planting in a container, consider a self watering type with a reservoir. Larger pots will allow room for the underground corm and cormels to grow. When frost threatens, bring plants indoors to overwinter. For best results provide a southern exposure and don’t let soil dry out. Wait for the last frost to plant outside. • Hardiness: USDA Zone 7b (5˚ F); frost will trigger dormancy. • Exposure: Full sun for best color. • Soil: Rich, moist. Colocasias are wetland plants. Burnt leaf edges can be a sign of under-watering. • Temperature: The warmer the better for fast growth. • Fertilizing: Avoid over-feeding.	Boasting a sheen highly unusual for Colocasia cultivars, these brilliant heart-shaped violet to black leaves are elegantly rippled and beautifully held up and out for maximum showiness. 'Diamond Head' is an exciting breeding breakthrough in Elephant Ears, with a new texture and distinctive dark coloration that holds even in the hottest weather. Reaching up to 2½ feet long, each leaf of this quick-growing Elephant Ear is distinctive and bold. The petioles (stems) of the foliage are showy, too, in deep shades of burgundy that blend well with the leaves. 'Diamond Head' reaches 4 feet high and spreads 2 to 3 feet wide in part shade, making it a bold choice for the north side of the house, a shaded foundation planting, and the border. 'Diamond Head' was introduced in 2008 by breeder John Cho of Hawaii. It is a descendant of C. 'Putih' x C. 'Black Magic,' but it outdoes both parents in color and texture. Most amazing is the glossy sheen of the foliage, a texture typically found in Alocasia but not Colocasia cultivars. Dramatically veined and lightly ruffled along the edges, the leaves on this plant are nothing short of magnificent. Find a consistently moist place in up to three-quarters shade and let 'Diamond Head' regale you from spring until frost! And if you would like to grow it north of its zone 7 hardiness limit, find a large container and bring it to a frost-free location to overwinter. Easy and very impressive in a wide range of settings. Zones 7-10.
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