10 Live Colocasia Esculenta Elephant Ear Bulbs – Taro - Ready to Grow

Bring a touch of the tropics to your garden with Live Colocasia Esculenta Bulbs — also known as Taro, Gabi, Kalo, or Eddo. These beautiful and versatile plants feature massive, heart-shaped leaves that create a bold, tropical look while also producing edible tubers enjoyed around the world.

Perfect for both ornamental landscaping and food gardens, Elephant Ear plants thrive in warm, moist environments and can be grown in-ground or in large containers. Once planted, they quickly produce lush green foliage that can grow up to 3–6 feet tall, transforming your yard into a tropical paradise.

These live, pre-sprouted bulbs arrive ready to grow — just plant, water, and watch them thrive!

🌱 Why Grow Colocasia Esculenta (Elephant Ear / Taro) Bulbs?

• 🌿 Grows stunning large tropical leaves — perfect for borders or pondsides.
  
• 🍠 Produces edible taro roots used in many cuisines.
  
• 🌞 Thrives in warm, humid, or partially shaded areas.
  
• 💧 Ideal for water gardens or moist soil areas.
  
• 🌴 Low-maintenance and fast-growing for dramatic landscape impact.

🌿 Growing Tips

1. ☀️ Light: Full sun to partial shade.
   
2. 🌱 Soil: Rich, moist, and well-drained (or shallow standing water).
   
3. 💧 Water: Keep soil consistently damp — thrives in wet conditions.
   
4. 🌡️ Temperature: Best grown in warm climates (Zones 8–11).
   
5. 🌾 Planting Depth: 3–5 inches deep with the pointed end facing up.
   
6. 🌿 Spacing: 2–3 feet apart for lush growth.

💡 Pro Tip: In colder zones, dig up bulbs before frost and store them in a cool, dry place for replanting next spring.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Are these bulbs ready to grow?
Yes! Each bulb is live and prepped for immediate planting upon arrival.

Can I grow Colocasia indoors?
Yes, they thrive in large pots near sunny windows with consistently moist soil.

Are the bulbs edible?
The tubers (taro roots) are edible once cooked — never eat raw taro.

How big do Elephant Ear plants grow?
Typically 3–6 feet tall, with large, dramatic leaves.

Can these bulbs grow in water?
Yes! Colocasia loves wet soil and can even grow in shallow water or near ponds.

Where to Buy Live Colocasia Esculenta Bulbs for Sale?

At Seeds World, we offer fresh, ready-to-grow Colocasia Esculenta bulbs — shipped directly from our farm to your door. Each bulb is healthy, live, and ready for planting upon arrival. Enjoy fast U.S. shipping and reliable growth results!