Taro 'Violet Stem'

May be grown as an annual or brought inside in colder areas.²

Propagate by dividing the rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs.³

Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water very often. Keep in mind when planting that Violet Stem is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. Planting Violet Stem in sandy soil with a ph of between 6.0 and 6.5 is ideal for as it does best in weakly acidic soil.

As Violet Stem is tender, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

The latin ‘esculenta’ means “edible”.¹

violet stemed elephant ear,

¹ The meaning of Latin plant names

² foridata

³ http://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/48860/