Average Landscape Size: 4–5 ft. tall × 3–4 ft. wide; upright and arching habit.
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade; in Houston, it can handle full sun if kept well-watered, but thrives with some afternoon relief.
Water Needs: High; this plant loves "wet feet" and can even be grown at the edge of a pond. Do not let this plant dry out.
Deer Resistance: Medium
Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 8–11; in the Houston area, it will go dormant in winter but reliably returns from the tuber in spring.
Fertilization & Pruning: This is a heavy feeder. Apply a high-nitrogen liquid or slow-release fertilizer every 2–3 weeks during the growing season. Remove older, yellowing leaves at the base to keep the plant looking pristine.
Detailed Description: 'Pharaoh's Mask' is unlike any other Elephant Ear you’ve ever seen. The leaves emerge a bright lime green, but as they mature, the dark, almost black veins begin to bulge and curve, creating a 3D ribbed effect that mimics the look of a pharaoh's striped headdress. This variety is particularly unique because its leaf edges also curve inward, showcasing the dark purple undersides and emphasizing the dramatic vein structure. For gardeners in the Houston metro area, this plant is a "show-off" because it absolutely adores our tropical humidity and intense summer heat. It is a fantastic choice for large decorative patio pots, boggy areas of the yard where water tends to sit, or as a focal point in a tropical-themed garden bed.
Average Landscape Size: 4–5 ft. tall × 3–4 ft. wide; upright and arching habit.
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade; in Houston, it can handle full sun if kept well-watered, but thrives with some afternoon relief.
Water Needs: High; this plant loves "wet feet" and can even be grown at the edge of a pond. Do not let this plant dry out.
Deer Resistance: Medium
Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 8–11; in the Houston area, it will go dormant in winter but reliably returns from the tuber in spring.
Fertilization & Pruning: This is a heavy feeder. Apply a high-nitrogen liquid or slow-release fertilizer every 2–3 weeks during the growing season. Remove older, yellowing leaves at the base to keep the plant looking pristine.
Detailed Description: 'Pharaoh's Mask' is unlike any other Elephant Ear you’ve ever seen. The leaves emerge a bright lime green, but as they mature, the dark, almost black veins begin to bulge and curve, creating a 3D ribbed effect that mimics the look of a pharaoh's striped headdress. This variety is particularly unique because its leaf edges also curve inward, showcasing the dark purple undersides and emphasizing the dramatic vein structure. For gardeners in the Houston metro area, this plant is a "show-off" because it absolutely adores our tropical humidity and intense summer heat. It is a fantastic choice for large decorative patio pots, boggy areas of the yard where water tends to sit, or as a focal point in a tropical-themed garden bed.
