{"product_id":"black-magic-colocasia-corm","title":"Black Magic Colocasia Corm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex h-svh w-screen flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative z-0 flex min-h-0 w-full flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex min-h-0 w-full flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"@container\/main relative flex min-w-0 flex-1 flex-col -translate-y-[calc(env(safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)\/2)] pt-[calc(env(safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)\/2)]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-scroll-root=\"\" class=\"@w-sm\/main:[scrollbar-gutter:stable_both-edges] touch:[scrollbar-width:none] relative flex min-h-0 min-w-0 flex-1 flex-col [scrollbar-gutter:stable] not-print:overflow-x-clip not-print:overflow-y-auto scroll-pt-(--header-height) [--sticky-padding-top:var(--header-height)] has-data-[fixed-header=less-than-xl]:@w-xl\/main:scroll-pt-0 has-data-[fixed-header=less-than-xl]:@w-xl\/main:[--sticky-padding-top:0px] has-data-[fixed-header=less-than-xxl]:@w-2xl\/main:scroll-pt-0 has-data-[fixed-header=less-than-xxl]:@w-2xl\/main:[--sticky-padding-top:0px]\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"min-h-0 flex-1\" id=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"thread\" class=\"group\/thread flex flex-col min-h-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\" class=\"composer-parent flex flex-1 flex-col focus-visible:outline-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:2de57717-f41b-4a79-91a7-8b69dc027574-4\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-10\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"36bf6276-0e99-48c9-9504-697e4e8e2c20\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"92\"\u003eBlack Magic Colocasia (Corm)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"170\"\u003eA dramatic, velvety statement plant for bold gardens and moody containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"414\"\u003eBlack Magic Colocasia (often called Black Elephant Ear) produces enormous, heart-shaped leaves in the deepest smoky-purple to near-black tone. In full summer growth, the foliage can reach 3–5 feet tall, creating instant tropical architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"416\" data-end=\"564\"\u003eThe leaves are matte, almost velvet in appearance, and sway beautifully in warm breezes — striking against lime greens, soft florals, or pale stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"699\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"576\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003cbr data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"602\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"613\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 ft\u003cbr data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"623\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"636\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Statement containers, tropical beds, water-feature plantings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"760\"\u003eIt’s bold. It’s sculptural. It’s unapologetically dramatic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"765\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"809\"\u003eHow to Grow Black Magic Colocasia Corm\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eWarmth + moisture = magic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"861\"\u003e🌱 Planting Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003ePlant outdoors once soil temperatures are consistently above \u003cstrong data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"944\"\u003e15–18°C (60–65°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"948\"\u003eIn Alberta, this is typically late May to early June.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003eYou can start corms indoors 4–6 weeks earlier for a head start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003e🌰 Planting the Corm\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e• Plant 2–4 inches deep\u003cbr data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003e• Position with the growing point facing upward\u003cbr data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003e• Space 18–24 inches apart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eIn containers, use a large pot (minimum 14–16” wide) to allow room for growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003e🌿 Soil \u0026amp; Location\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e• Rich, moisture-retentive soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003e• Full sun produces the darkest foliage\u003cbr data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003e• Part shade is tolerated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eUnlike many tropicals, colocasia loves consistent moisture and can even tolerate wet soil conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003e• Keep soil consistently moist\u003cbr data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e• Do not allow to dry out\u003cbr data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003e• Thrives near ponds or in rain gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eThe darker the leaf, the thirstier the plant — especially in hot summer sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1734\"\u003e🌡 Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003eTrue tropical. Growth explodes in heat.\u003cbr data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003eBelow 10°C (50°F), growth slows significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003e🍂 End of Season Care (Cold Climates)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003eIn cooler regions like Alberta:\u003cbr data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1903\"\u003e• Dig corms before first frost\u003cbr data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003e• Allow to dry for several days\u003cbr data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003e• Store in a cool (10–15°C), dry location over winter\u003cbr data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003e• Replant in spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003eAlternatively, grow as a bold seasonal annual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003eWhy Grow Black Magic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2252\"\u003e• Massive architectural foliage\u003cbr data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2164\"\u003e• Dramatic contrast plant\u003cbr data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003e• Perfect for moody garden palettes\u003cbr data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003e• Fast summer growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2254\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003eA plant that feels almost gothic in its presence — and completely unforgettable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Botanist Calgary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48135780499608,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/7550\/9912\/files\/Screenshot2026-02-15at5.33.53PM.png?v=1771202236","url":"https:\/\/www.thebotanistcalgary.com\/products\/black-magic-colocasia-corm","provider":"The Botanist Calgary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}