Black Magic Taro | Elephant Ears Plant for Ponds and Garden

The Black Magic Taro Plant is a cultivated color variety of the Elephant Ear Plant that is sure to draw welcome attention to your pond landscape. Exotic in appearance, this plant makes a fantastic statement in any pond or water garden thanks to its towering presence, oversized leaves, and dramatic coloration. Under favorable conditions, the Black Magic Taro Plant can grow up to 4 feet tall (or more) boasting large arrow or heart-shaped leaves that resemble the ears of an elephant. The leaves can grow up to 3 feet in length to boldly showcase its brooding black/purple coloration. Burgundy-colored stems inject an unexpected pop of color that keeps the color palette from becoming overwhelming. The Black Magic Taro Plant makes a dramatic focal point to your pond or water garden especially when paired with plants with brighter, lighter colored foliage. For best care, pot the Black Magic Taro Plant in a 5-gallon planting container and set the planter in your pond or water garden in about 1 to 6 inches of water. The Black Magic Taro Plant does best when planted in partial shade but will tolerate full sun as long as it is kept in