{"product_id":"colocasia-illustris-2-live-starter-plants-bare-root-elephant-ear","title":"Colocasia Illustris Live Starter Plants (2) Bare Root Elephant Ear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColocasia ‘Illustris’, commonly known as Illustris Elephant Ear, is a tropical perennial grown for large, dramatic foliage. The cultivar features dark ornamental leaves with contrasting green coloration, and an upright, clumping growth habit suitable for container culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo live starter plants of Colocasia ‘Illustris’ with fully established root systems. Plants are currently growing in a tray and will be shipped bare root, with the root balls carefully wrapped. Nursery pots are not included. Plants will be cut back for shipping and may arrive with significant leaf damage or leaf loss due to transit. Mature plant photos are for reference only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing and Care (from provided information)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFoliage: Dark ornamental leaves with contrasting green coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrowth habit: Upright, clumping tropical plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSunlight: Full sun to partial shade, depending on climate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoil: Moist, well-draining growing medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater: Moderate to high moisture; avoid prolonged dry conditions for established plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUSDA Zone: Not specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShipping: Bare root; plants will be cut back for shipping; may arrive partially or completely defoliated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNotes: Live plants may experience shipping stress, and returns are generally not accepted due to perishable nature. If there is an issue, contact within 48 hours of delivery with photos as described in the policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLive Plant Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eListing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review our Shipping Policy and Return \u0026amp; Refund Policy before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"TheGreenEscape","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50556335227136,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/2707\/4816\/files\/CREATIDECOR_75_5b54b862-85ae-4ae3-8763-a7ef39db30b1.png?v=1792042728","url":"https:\/\/prosperagarden.com\/products\/colocasia-illustris-2-live-starter-plants-bare-root-elephant-ear","provider":"Prospera Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}