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Colocasia

'Jumbo Taro'

giant elephant ears

Grow your own piece of the tropics with our jumbo-sized Colocasia esculenta bulbs, commonly known as 'Jumbo Taro' or Colocasia esculenta 'XXL'. These gigantic, hand-selected bulbs are the perfect starting point for creating an exotic paradise right in your backyard, greenhouse, or indoor space.

Our Colocasia 'Jumbo Taro' bulbs are large and in charge, promising significant root development and impressive foliar display. These arenaceous wonders will soon unfold into majestic, elephant ear-shaped leaves that are not only grand in size but also velvety to the touch. Each jumbo Colocasia esculenta bulb you plant will transform into a magnificent, upright plant known for its rapid growth and distinctive, heart-shaped, deep green leaves that can measure up to an astounding 60-90cm in length.

Our Colocasia 'Jumbo Taro' bulbs are grown and cultivated in Costa Rica.

Quantity

Quantity
1 tuber £34.90 £34.90 each 3 tubers £89.70 £29.90 each -14%
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Carefully hand-packed in paper bags
We fund carbon removal with every order

Plant profile

Botanical name
Colocasia esculenta
Flower colour
Green
Bulb size
40/44
Established height
1.2-2m
Established spread
70cm-1.2m
Growing skill
Requires specific conditions
Habit
Upright
Clump-forming
Hardiness
Tender/Tropical
Leaf colour
Green, black
Mouse resistant
No
Pollinator friendly
No
Position
Sheltered
Rabbit resistant
No
RHS Award (AGM)
Yes
Scented
No
Soil acidity
Any
Soil moisture
Any free draining
Soil type
Loam
Sandy
Multipurpose compost
Loam-based compost
Suitable for
Indoors
Pots
Large containers
Borders
Exotic gardens
Greenhouse
Sunlight
Full sun
Partial shade
Dappled shade
Toxicity
Harmful if eaten
Skin/eyes irritant
Years to establish
1-2 years
Botanical name
Colocasia esculenta
Flower colour
Green
Bulb size
40/44
Established height
1.2-2m
Established spread
70cm-1.2m
Growing skill
Requires specific conditions
Habit
Upright
Clump-forming
Hardiness
Tender/Tropical
Leaf colour
Green, black
Mouse resistant
No
Pollinator friendly
No
Position
Sheltered
Rabbit resistant
No
RHS Award (AGM)
Yes
Scented
No
Soil acidity
Any
Soil moisture
Any free draining
Soil type
Loam
Sandy
Multipurpose compost
Loam-based compost
Suitable for
Indoors
Pots
Large containers
Borders
Exotic gardens
Greenhouse
Sunlight
Full sun
Partial shade
Dappled shade
Toxicity
Harmful if eaten
Skin/eyes irritant
Years to establish
1-2 years
Perfect for pots

Bring colour to patios, doorsteps and favourite corners.

For indoor growing

Bring a touch of natural beauty to windowsills and favourite rooms.

Great for shade

Bring those shady corners of your garden to life.

Thrives in full sun

Choose a sunny spot and watch it flourish.

RHS Recommended

Recognised with the RHS Recommended: Award of Garden Merit for outstanding garden performance.

Perennial

Plant once and enjoy its return, year after year.

Packed in paper

We nurture a future that honours the earth.

Needs winter protection

Loves the warmth and needs protection when frost arrives.

In good company

Varieties chosen to complement Colocasia 'Jumbo Taro'

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In good company

Varieties chosen to complement Colocasia 'Jumbo Taro'

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Expert care from
choice to delivery

Our horticulturalists prepare every bulb and plant with the utmost care. From selection to packing, each one receives expert attention before beginning its journey to your garden.

Better by nature

From cultivation to packaging and delivery, we are always looking for ways to lessen our environmental impact.

Growing together

Our care team of horticultural experts is on hand to support you choose and garden with confidence.

World of wonders

A collection of world-renowned flower bulbs and perennials of exceptional beauty and character.

Chosen to thrive

Every bulb and plant is sourced, selected and prepared with an expert eye for their quality and garden performance.