Colocasia - Diamond Head
Discover the dramatic beauty of the Colocasia 'Diamond Head' Elephant Ear. This tropical plant boasts intensely dark, glossy foliage and striking burgundy-red stems, creating a bold visual statement. It thrives in bright sunlight, which intensifies its deep, lustrous color, and flourishes in moist or boggy conditions, even tolerating submersion in water features. Perfect for adding a touch of the exotic to your landscape or containers, 'Diamond Head' offers fast growth and can be overwintered indoors in colder climates for year-round enjoyment.
$18.87
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1988
/ 3231
#1988 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-20%
Below average
Height
45.
/ - ft
Who it's for
- Striking, Near-Black Foliage
- Rapid Growth and Large Impact
- Excellent Water Tolerance
Who should skip it
- Requires Winter Dormancy Care
- High Water and Nutrient Needs
- Susceptibility to Pests
Key Specs
Height
4-5 ft.
Spacing
3 ft.
Planting Depth
6-8"
Planting Season
Spring
Zones
8-12
Water Requirement
Moderate to High
Sunlight
Partial Sun to Partial Shade
Includes
1 Colocasia bulb
Features
- Produces deep purple/black, shiny foliage
- Vivid burgundy-red stems add contrast
- Super fast-growing for dramatic impact
- Thrives in wet or boggy soil
- Tolerates submersion in water features
- Deepest color achieved in bright sunlight
- Suitable for outdoor or container planting
- Bulbs can be overwintered indoors
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Colocasia 'Diamond Head' for its stunning, near-black foliage, confirming the dramatic visual payoff. A key theme is the excellent quality of the bulbs received; reviewers consistently note they are large, firm, and well-packaged, reinforcing confidence in the vendor's viability claims. While the mature plant is considered a high value specimen, a small number of new growers express frustration over the natural dormancy period or slower initial sprouting times. The consensus remains that once established, this variety is a vigorous grower delivering its promised deep, velvety color. Improved guidance on specific heat and moisture needs would enhance the experience for all buyers.
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