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Alocasia gagaena 'California'

CATEGORY  Alocasia

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Cold hardy
  • Attractive garden ornamental or container plant
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HEIGHT:

2-3 Feet

EXPOSURE:

· Full Sun
· Partial Sun
· Partial Shade

ZONE:

7b-11

PURPOSE:

· Aesthetics/Decor

APPLICATIONS:

· Mass Plantings
· Boarder or Bed
· Mixed Combos
· Commercial Landscapes
· Patio & Garden
· Interiorscape

FEATURES:

· Cold Tolerant
· Great Foliage

EXPOSURE:

· Full Sun
· Partial Sun
· Partial Shade

HABIT:

· Upright

FOLIAGE COLOR:

· Green

Alocasia gagaena ?California? is an attractive plant It can tolerate winter temperatures down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit for extended periods of time. The green leaves are undulated and very slightly sinuate at the margins. The midrib and primary surface veins are quite prominent and enhance the appearance of this plant. The vigorous self-heading habit make this Alocasia work well in mass or along a border.

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PURPOSE:

· Aesthetics/Decor

APPLICATIONS:

· Mass Plantings
· Boarder or Bed
· Mixed Combos
· Commercial Landscapes
· Patio & Garden
· Interiorscape

FEATURES:

· Cold Tolerant
· Great Foliage

EXPOSURE:

· Full Sun
· Partial Sun
· Partial Shade

HABIT:

· Upright

FOLIAGE COLOR:

· Green

GROWING INFO:
4" Crop Time: 8-12 weeks
6" Crop Time: 12-16 weeks
8" Crop Time: 16-20 weeks
12" Crop Time: 20-24 weeks
pH: 5.8 - 6.2
EC: 1.5 - 2.5