Elephant Ear Philodendron

Philodendron Giganteum

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Overview

The Elephant Ear Philodendron, or Philodendron giganteum, boasts immense, heart-shaped leaves reaching up to 4-6 feet in length and 3-5 feet wide, creating a tropical canopy. This evergreen perennial thrives in partial shade, requiring well-draining, moist soil. Hardy in USDA zones 9-11, it is best used as a dramatic, leafy specimen in garden beds or as a potted focal point for patios with a minimum spacing of 5 feet.

Sun Half, ShadeWater HighZones 9–10Climate Subtropical

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — heart-shaped leaves reaching up to 4-6 feet in length and 3-5 feet wide

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — heart-shaped leaves reaching up to 4-6 feet in length and 3-5 feet wide

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — This evergreen perennial thrives in partial shade, requiring well-draining, moist soil

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — leafy specimen in garden beds or as a potted focal point for patios with a minimum spacing of 5 feet

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — it is best used as a dramatic

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — tropical evergreen perennial in any garden

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — known scientifically as Philodendron giganteum

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: High
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 12–15 Ft.
Mature width: 12–15 Ft.

Classification

Family: Araceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — creating a tropical canopy

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — heart-shaped leaves reaching up to 4-6 feet in length and 3-5 feet wide

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — This evergreen perennial thrives in partial shade, requiring well-draining, moist soil

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — leafy specimen in garden beds or as a potted focal point for patios with a minimum spacing of 5 feet

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — it is best used as a dramatic

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — tropical evergreen perennial in any garden

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — known scientifically as Philodendron giganteum

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — commands attention as a dramatic

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — this philodendron is celebrated for its colossal

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — heart-shaped leaves that can span up to 4 to 5 feet in length and 3 to 4 feet across when fully mature

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — Native to the Caribbean and parts of South America

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — sturdy stems.<br><br>Ideal for USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — the leaves gracefully emerge from stout

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — creating a striking visual impact

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — the Philodendron giganteum flourishes in partial to full shade

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — thriving in a space shielded from the harsh afternoon sun

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — This plant prefers consistently moist

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — to nurture its expansive foliage

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — Watering should be regular but not excessive

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — as these plants are sensitive to both over and under-watering.<br><br>In a landscape design context

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — tropical focal points or for providing background foliage in a mixed planting scheme

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — ensuring that its aesthetic impact is fully realized

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — the Elephant Ear Philodendron is ideal for creating lush

Elephant Ear Philodendron (Philodendron Giganteum) — making it an invaluable asset to any client's garden

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