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If too wet, they will rot. At colder temps, rotting is more likely. In the spring when you are ready to plant, remember that there are still no roots. At the right temps, the carbs are converted into sugars, and new roots and leaves begin to sprout.

Elephant Ear bulbs are typically planted during the spring season once the threat of frost has passed. ... Plant the bulb so that it is covered with 1-2" of soil. Thoroughly soak the area with water once the tubers have been planted.

A: Delbert, It isn't necessary to soak your bulbs before planting, especially if some of your them already have fresh starts. ... Otherwise plant them directly into the ground at the usual time. When planting, make sure they have proper drainage and mix a little compost in with the soil.

Can I start elephant ears inside? Yes, elephant ears tend to emerge fairly late in spring, even early summer, when planted directly in the garden so many gardeners prefer to start them early indoors. Start them about 6 weeks before last frost.Oct 29, 2021

• 1. Digging. According to Iowa State University,the best time to dig up elephant ear plants is after the first frost in fall.
• Step#2. Cleaning. Once you have the bulbs,you want to cut off the foliage and clean them to remove the dirt. ...
• Step#3. Drying and storage. As previously mentioned,you want to dry the bulbs for one to two weeks after you cleaned them. ...

• After your first frost,cut the stems to about 6 inches tall.
• Put the tubers in a grocery bag,plastic pot or bulb rate and cover with a mix of peat moss and soil.
• Add water to the container and store it in a cool,dark place to ensure the tuber stays dormant throughout the winter.

• How to Store Elephant Ear Bulbs. Do not wash. Place the bulb in an area away from direct sunlight and that can maintain a temperature from 60 degrees F to 70 degrees F. Keep the bulbs well ventilated to remove any excess moisture. Cure the bulb for approximately 1 day to 3 days, until the outside of the bulb is dry.

• Weather and Temperature. Elephant ear plants thrive in the sun and grow fast in the summer. They prefer warm weather around 50°F (10°C).
• Soil. The elephant ear plant should be grown in loamy soil that contains a lot of organic matter,which can be added through compost.
• Spacing. The right spacing for this plant highly depends on the type of plant you are growing. ...
• Planting. Before planting elephant ear bulbs,make sure to pick the right tubers. ...
• Water. Make sure to keep watering this plant. Almost all elephant ear plants grow up to 72″ inches (183 cm) tall,or even taller,so they need a lot of ...
• Fertilizer. This plant grows fast,but it needs a lot of food to grow. Make sure to apply fertilizer regularly to make sure your plant doesn’t die.

The next step for saving elephant ears is to clean the elephant ear bulbs. They can be gently rinsed, but do not scrub them. It is okay if some dirt is still on the bulb. You can also cut off any remaining foliage at this time. After you clean the elephant ear bulbs, they must be dried.

Keep elephant ear bulbs in a warm (but not hot) dark place for about a week. Make sure that the area has good air circulation so that the bulbs dry properly. After this, keep elephant ear bulbs wrapped in paper and in a cool dry place.

In the spring, once all danger of frost has passed, you can put your elephant ear plants back outside. While many people use the phrase “elephant ear bulbs,” elephant ears actually grow from tubers.

Elephant ear plants grow from tubers (but people call them bulbs…same confusion with dahlias). For the purposes of this post, it’s not super important. You’re able to save elephant ear plants year after year because they grow from tubers.