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Perennial Shade Plants

Colocasia esculenta Maui Gold

Colocasia are herbaceous perennials renowned for their lush and interesting foliage. “Maui Gold” has large and glossy, light green-yellow leaves held on ivory-coloured stems. It typically grows to 1.2 m tall and 90 cm wide, performing best when grown in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained, sheltered site that does not get frosted. “Maui Gold” is commonly included in tropical gardens, planted around water features and outdoor living areas, maintained in a container, or mass planted for a stunning display.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 1.20 m
Spread: 90 cm
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical

Calathea Burle Marx

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Calathea Burle Marx features broad leaves that are a mix of dark green and lime green in a feathered pattern. It grows as a clump to about 30 cm tall and the same wide. Calathea Burle Marx is commonly grown indoors in a container but can also be included in tropical plantings or planted around outdoor living areas.

Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 30 cm
Spread: 30 cm
Tolerances: Shade
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
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