Metal Head

Metal Head

Botanical Name: Alocasia

HARDINESS:

10-11

POT SIZE:

2 Gallon

SIZE:

4’-6’ H x 3’-5’ W

SPACING:

5’

PRUNE:

Pruning is not necessary

PLANT FOOD:

Apply a slow release fertilizer in early spring

MULCH:

Keep a layer of mulch around the base of the plant year-round to conserve water and reduce weeds.

IDEAS FOR USE:

A very tropical climate loving plant that has a nice contrast of very dark venation against a medium green leaf. May be grown in a container on your patio or planted in the ground in a shady area.

BLOOM TIME

Foliage interest spring-fall

WATER

Every week until established

LIGHT

Sun to part shade

This plant is toxic to ingest to humans and pets, so take precautions when growing indoors.

Past Performances

These previously shown stars are not part of the Proven Winners brand and are no longer being grown at our facility.