Why is my elephant ear not sprouting?

Keep the soil moist, not wet, and fertilize regularly, every two to three weeks, with a fertilizer with plenty of nitrogen. While this isn’t a disaster, the elephant ears will not start to grow until the soil warms (65-70 degrees) so I would encourage her to have patience for a few weeks yet.

How long does it take for elephant ear seeds to sprout?

three to eight weeks
Elephant ears usually sprout three to eight weeks from planting. Sprouting occurs when the weather begins to warm in spring. They will sprout faster in warmer climates than in cooler climates. To speed up the process, you can start them inside and move them outdoors once it warms up.

Can elephant ear bulbs go bad?

Any damage to the elephant ear bulb may result in the bulb rotting over the winter. In order to keep the bulb undamaged, it is a good idea to start digging about a foot (31 cm.)

Can I grow elephant ears indoors?

Upright elephant ears (Alocasia) can be brought indoors and grown as houseplants. Keep the plants in bright, indirect light and keep the soil consistently moist, not wet.

Which elephant ears tolerate full sun?

There are two types of elephant ears: alocasias and colocasias. Colocasias display their leaves with tip of the heart pointing down. They prefer full sun and consistent moisture. Alocasias hold the tip of their leaves out or upward and they prefer more well drained soil and a little shade.

Can I bring my elephant ears indoors?

Position in a well-lit indoors, but away from direct sunlight. Partially fill your chosen planter with quality potting mix, such as Yates Specialty Potting Mix Indoor Plants & Ferns. Remove the plant from the container, gently tease the roots and cut away any encircled or tangled roots.

Do elephant ears need a lot of water?

Plan on giving plants at least 2-3 inches of water per week. Fertilizing: Elephant ears are heavy eaters, as well as drinkers. Fertilize monthly with a general fertilizer of choice.

What is the best time to plant elephant ear bulbs?

spring
WHEN TO PLANT: Elephant ears are planted in spring after any danger of frost has passed. The tubers will not grow until the soil is warm, so don’t plant them until the soil temperature is 65ºF. In northern climates this will be early June.

How do you keep elephant ears alive indoors?

To care for elephant ears, grow the plants in moist, well-draining soil that is slightly acidic. Elephant ear plants require plenty of humidity and need regular watering to grow fast. Apply a high nitrogen fertilizer regularly to encourage growth. Growing indoors, put the elephant ear plant in indirect sunlight.