Alocasia Houseplants

  • BRIGHT LIGHT
  • COLORFUL FOLIAGE
  • INTRIGUING FOLIAGE
  • LOW LIGHT
  • MEDIUM LIGHT

A unique, tropical look in your home.
Alocasias are absolutely stunning houseplants but can be a bit difficult for beginners. They require bright, indirect light- preferably behind a sheer curtain. They also love high humidity, as most tropical plants do. With the right care the payoff is big because this plant is gorgeous!

Care Requirements

LIGHT

Alocasia houseplants do well with bright light, but no direct sun.

WATERING

Keep soil moist spring through fall when plant is actively growing. Water sparingly in winter, allowing soil to become almost dry between watering.

SOIL

Alocasia houseplants love a peat moss based mix, such as African violet potting mix.
We suggest Fertilome African Violet Potting Mix

FERTILIZER

Fertilize alocasia a couple of times a year to keep it healthy. Use any fertilizer formulated for use on houseplants.
We suggest Espoma Organic Indoor!

TEMPERATURE

Alocasia plants like average warmth between 65-75°.

HUMIDITY

Alocasias requires moist air, preferably 50% relative humidity or higher.

IS IT PET FRIENDLY?

Like most houseplants, alocasia plants are mildly toxic if eaten. They may cause some discomfort and vomiting when eaten. Keep away from animals and children.

Alocasia Varieties

Alocasia houseplants are an absolutely gorgeous plant. The alocasia we carry here at City Floral Garden Center stands out among all the other houseplants. Come check out all the fuss and bring one home today!  

alocasia mythic frydek elephant ears houseplant

Elephant's Ear

This houseplant has scalloped, purple-green leaves accented with silvery-white veins. A gorgeous houseplant but make sure it’s in high humidity areas like a bathroom or kitchen.

alocasia mythic bambino houseplant

Mythic Bambino

This exotic houseplant has dark, purple-black leaves that look like they’ve been lacquered. It’s a slow grower that likes high humidity like a bathroom or kitchen.
alocasia cuprea mythic red secret houseplant in white pot

Red Secret

This exotic houseplant is a stunning Alocasia. The leaves emerge with a coppery-green color and mature into a darker color and almost look metallic.  The undersides of the leaves are a beautiful maroon color.

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Care Requirements

LIGHT

Hydrangeas do well in partially shaded areas like under a large tree or on the side of a house. They like to receive sun in the morning, and the partial shade is in the heat of the afternoon. In Colorado, too much full sun will cause them to get sunburned.

SOIL

Hydrangea shrubs need to have well-draining soils that is rich in organic matter. Most Colorado soils will benefit from the addition of peat moss and compost that helps retain moisture. The pH determines the colors of the blooms. Acidic soil will give you blue flowers, and alkaline soil gives you pink flowers.  

FERTILIZER

If hydrangea shrubs are given too much high-nitrogen fertilizer, they may grow full and lush, but there will be fewer flowers. If the soil is rich, fertilizer is not needed. Otherwise, a light application in March or April may be warranted.

WATERING

Make sure to water your hydrangea shrubs regularly. Those big blooms require a lot of water to stay lush and full. About one inch of water throughout the week is ideal. If they receive more sun give them at least two inches during the hotter summer days.

Our Advice

  • Allium flowers need full sun for the best blooms. 
  • Plant allium bulbs when temperature is consistently in the low 60’s or lower. 
  • Allium bulbs and flowers enjoy having soil that is well-draining and has organic matter. Amend the soil with top soil, compost and organic material. 
  • Fertilize when planting the allium bulbs with either Espoma Organic Bulb-tone or Hi Yield Dutch Bulb Food. Applying fertilizer at least 3″ below bulb will make sure the roots get the most from the fertilizer. 
  • Plant allium bulbs 4 – 6 inches deep with the old roots facing the ground and the pointed end facing up. 
  • Water the planted area immediately after planting but no additional watering in fall or spring is necessary. 
  • Apply a 2 – 3 inch layer of  mulch to the planing area in mid to late fall. 

Endless Summer Hydrangea Varieties

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TWIST AND SHOUT

SUMMER CRUSH

BLOOMSTRUCK

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Oakleaf Hydrangea Varieties

Ruby Slippers

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Little Quickfire

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