Giant Elephant Ear, Black Magic, Colocasia Esculenta beautiful, Tropical Plant You will get 1 plant (size 4 inches or taller) of Colocasia "Black magic" . Black Magic grows to a giant clump up to 5-6 feet tall with an equally wide spread. Prefers sun to partial shade. Elephant Ear varieties are hardy in zones 7-10 as perennials and suitable in zones 4-6 as annuals. They are popular as annuals due to their rapid growth - colocasia makes a dramatic impact to the landscape within just one season. Ships to the continental United States only Beautiful dark purple stems and leaves give great contrast in the garden. Upright medium sized elephant ear leaves. Grows best in consistent moist soil location. Requires more moisture and may show leaf burn in Full Sun at high tempuratures. Tubers can be dug in Fall for overwintering. Their most common use, however, is as an accent or focal point. Many are even well adapted to growing in containers There are a number of uses for elephant ears in the garden. These plants come in a variety of colors and sizes. Elephant ear plants can be used as background plants, ground covers, or edging, especially around ponds or along walkways or patio enclosures. Elephant Ears Black Magic is one of the most spectacular Colocasia plants ever introduced. Its dusty solid purple-black leaves grow up to 2 feet long.