LIFESTYLE

How to care for Elephant ear plants

By Simran Jeet

1

Moisture necessity

Elephant ear plants thrive in moist environments and signal the need for water through drooping stalks. 

2

Partial shade preference

They prefer partial shade and require more water when exposed to increased sunlight. 

3

Ideal soil conditions

Cultivate them in fertile, loamy soil with a slight acidity, ensuring consistent dampness. 

4

Fertilizer frequency

Feed them with high-nitrogen fertilizer every two to three weeks, and adjust if yellowing foliage occurs. 

5

Planting depth & watering

Plant them four inches deep and water container plants more frequently than in-ground ones. 

6

Troubleshooting leaves

Drooping leaves indicate imbalances in light, water, or fertilizer levels, while yellowing leaves signal the need for adjustments. 

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