Elephant Ear, zone 5: hints for winter survival?

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mommydi Gooding, ID(Zone 5a) Apr 17, 2004

I see by surfing that others have successfully overwintered their elephant ears in Ohio, Missouri, etc. But I couldn't find much detail (please have patience, I'll learn to "search" better in time!) What suggestions do you have? Mine are just babies right now... what size of pots should I put them in? Should they be in direct sun? Is south side really appropriate? I do have a very sunny spot that receives lots of moisture throughout the summer but it wasn't where I was planning on placing them. They were originally growing in a shady patio so I thought a shaded bed would work...

Any advice would be greatly appreciated!!

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Kathleen Panama, NY(Zone 5a) Apr 17, 2004

Mine was on the floor below a south window in a 3 gallon sized pot all winter and did very well. Unfortunately, it's dead now, having come down with raging spider mites. You might try the Tropical Forum. They can give really good advice and tell you to stay away from me with anything that resembles an elephant ear. See this link and be sure to scroll down!
http://davesgarden.com/t/402430/

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