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Taro 'Burgundy Stem'

Colocasia esculenta

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Burgundy Stem is part of the Colocasia genus and is a Taro variety. Its scientific name is Colocasia esculenta 'Burgundy Stem'. Burgundy Stem grows as an Annual/Perennial and is a Aquatic. Being an annual / perennial, it tends to grow either as a single season plant, or a plant that can stay in your garden for many years. Burgundy Stem is known for growing to a height of approximately 1.20 metres (3.90 feet).

Typically, Burgundy Stem Taro is normally fairly low maintenance and can thus be quite easy to grow - only a basic level of care is required throughout the year to ensure it thrives. Being aware of the basic growing conditions this plant likes (soil, sun and water) will result in a strong and vibrant plant.

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How to grow Taro 'Burgundy Stem'

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Keep in mind when planting that Burgundy Stem is thought of as tender, so it is really important to ensure that the outside temperature is well above freezing before planting or moving outdoors. The USDA Hardiness Zones typically associated with Burgundy Stem are Zone 7 and Zone 10. Burgundy Stem requires a sandy soil with a ph of 6.0 - 6.5 - it grows best in weakly acidic soil.

Growing Burgundy Stem from seed

Transplanting Burgundy Stem

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Burgundy Stem is a tender plant.

Harvesting Burgundy Stem