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The Elephant-ear is a perennial herb plant. These plants grow covering the whole land at their disposal. The Elephant-ear Is small in size; in spring it assumes a pink colouring. These are evergreen plants, which means they keep their leaves year round.
Temperatures Elephant-ear
Plant which needs at least a few hours a day of sunlight. The Elephant-ear can bear minimum temperatures a few degrees below zero; in general during the Spring it would be grown outdoors without any problems, but if the harsh temperatures should go down it is advised to cover it with non-woven fabric.These plants lose the aerial part during the coldest months of the year. As spring begins, stems and leaves quickly start to reproduce.
Irrigation Elephant-ear
Watering takes place only when the soil has been dry for days, usually every 1-2 weeks can be enough; if the climate is particularly hot we can slightly intensify the irrigations, using 2-3 glasses of water . Perennial plants are subject to some months of vegetational rest. During these months it isn't necessary to water them.
Adversity Elephant-ear
Generally during this time of year we suggest a pre-emptive treatment with wide range insecticide and with a systemic fungicide, to prevent the attack from part of the aphids and the development of fungus diseases, often favoured by a mild and damp climate.
Substrate Elephant-ear
We suggest a substratum characterized by an excellent drainage.
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Cultivate Elephant-ear
When wanted we can grow these plants in a vase. The indications given in this article are related to a medium size plant.
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