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Elephant Ear | Colocasia rubra Black Magic

    Description

    Elephant Ear (Colocasia rubra ‘Black Magic’) is a striking marginal pond plant grown for its dramatic, large dark leaves. Ideal for adding bold, architectural foliage to the pond edge or a damp border, its almost black leaves create a strong contrast with paler planting and water surfaces.

    This marginal plant thrives in full sun to part shade, making it versatile for different pond positions. In July and August it produces yellow flowers, although these are often hidden beneath the impressive foliage, so the main appeal is its exotic leaf colour and form rather than its blooms.

    Used at the water’s edge, Elephant Ear helps soften hard pond margins and adds valuable height and structure. Like many marginal plants, it can contribute to a more natural-looking pond environment, offering cover and shelter around the water’s edge for visiting wildlife.

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    Elephant Ear | Colocasia rubra Black Magic

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      Dramatic large dark leaves with hidden yellow blooms for sun or shade.

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        • Bold, almost black leaves give instant exotic impact by the pond
        • Versatile choice for sunny or partly shaded pond edges
        • Adds height and structure to soften hard pond margins
        • Creates natural cover and shelter around the pond for visiting wildlife

        Dramatic large dark leaves with hidden yellow blooms for sun or shade.

        Description

        Elephant Ear (Colocasia rubra ‘Black Magic’) is a striking marginal pond plant grown for its dramatic, large dark leaves. Ideal for adding bold, architectural foliage to the pond edge or a damp border, its almost black leaves create a strong contrast with paler planting and water surfaces.

        This marginal plant thrives in full sun to part shade, making it versatile for different pond positions. In July and August it produces yellow flowers, although these are often hidden beneath the impressive foliage, so the main appeal is its exotic leaf colour and form rather than its blooms.

        Used at the water’s edge, Elephant Ear helps soften hard pond margins and adds valuable height and structure. Like many marginal plants, it can contribute to a more natural-looking pond environment, offering cover and shelter around the water’s edge for visiting wildlife.

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        Product Details
        • Plant Type: Marginals
        • Height: 80 cm to 120 cm
        • Flower Colour: Yellow - Produces yellow flowers beneath the dark foliage
        • Flowering Months: Flowers in July and August, though blooms are often hidden by foliage
        Care Instructions

        Light: Elephant Ear Colocasia rubra Black Magic thrives in full sun to part shade. Choose a location that receives ample light but can provide some afternoon shade in hotter climates.

        Watering: Plant in consistently damp soil or at the edge of a pond, ensuring the crown stays above water to prevent rot. Regular watering is essential to maintain moisture, especially during dry spells.

        Temperature: This plant is not frost hardy. To protect it during colder months, carefully dig up the rhizomes and store them in damp sand or peat in a cool, frost-free place until spring.

        Growth: With a medium growth rate, expect bold, large foliage that creates a striking garden focal point in your borders or water marginals.

        Ordering, Shipping, Tracking and Returns
        Ordering & delivery


        Some products are ready for immediate dispatch, while others are sold for a later delivery period so that they can reach you in good condition and at the right point in the growing season.

        The expected delivery period for the product or variant you choose will be shown below the Add to basket button and again in the basket and checkout.

        30 litre plants and some larger items are sent by specialist pallet delivery rather than standard parcel.

        If your order contains products with different delivery timings, it may be split into more than one shipment. Plants or products that are ready for immediate dispatch will normally be sent first, while later-season plants will be sent when they are ready. This helps us send live plants at the appropriate point in the season and in suitable condition to travel.

        For full details, please see our Shipping Policy.

        Delivery costs

        Add your delivery address and postcode during checkout to see the delivery options available for your order.

        Current standard charges for mainland UK include:

        • £5.95 Standard Delivery
        • £49.95 Specialist Pallet Delivery – used for 30 litre plants and certain other larger items and usually delivered within 4-15 working days. Where needed, we or the carrier will contact you to arrange a suitable delivery date.

        Highlands & Islands delivery options are shown at checkout. Current charges are:

        • Royal Mail from £5.95
        • Parcel Force from £24.95
        • Specialist Pallet Delivery from £99.95 to £174.95

        The correct charge for your order and postcode will always be shown before you place your order. For full details, please see our Shipping Policy.

        Tracking your order


        After placing your order, you should normally receive an order confirmation by email.

        We will also send a dispatch confirmation when your order leaves for delivery, together with tracking details where they are available.

        If your order is sent in more than one shipment, you may receive separate delivery updates.

        For full guidance, please see Track My Order.

        Returns & problems on arrival

        Because we sell live aquatic plants and molluscs, some parts of our policy work differently from standard retail.

        Live plants and molluscs are perishable and are not suitable for routine returns once they have been prepared for dispatch.

        If there is a genuine issue on arrival, please contact us within 24 hours using the form on our Contact page, with your order number, photographs, and a short explanation.

        We will always review genuine issues carefully and fairly. Depending on the circumstances, the appropriate remedy may include a replacement, refund, or partial refund where appropriate.

        Please do not send anything back unless we have agreed this with you in writing first.

        For full details, please see our Refunds & Returns Policy.

        Contact & business details

        Edenmere is a trading name of Solilium Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales.
        Company No. 16810551
        Registered office: 128 City Road, London EC1V 2NX, United Kingdom
        If you need help, please use the form on our Contact page.
        The customer services opening hours are Monday to Friday 09.00 – 17.00.
        If the matter is urgent, you may also call us on 01865 537277.

        For full details, please see our Terms of Service and other policy pages.

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