Aspidistra elatior Asahi Lebanon Colocasia 'Hawaiian Punch' is a

Colocasia 'Hawaiian Punch' is a 2012 release from the Royal Hawaiian elephant ear series from Hawaii's John Cho

forming a dense colony to 2' wide in 5 years

the wait was well worth it

this hosta becomes the star of the garden with a stunning floral display

Aspidistra elatior Asahi Lebanon Colocasia 'Hawaiian Punch' is a"Asahi" means "morning sun" a descriptive name for this dramatic cast iron plant that always stops visitors in their tracks. The unique evergreen leaves, to 30" long x 5" wide, are set off when the upper third of the leaves develops a dramatic white variegation as the season progresses. The color holds all winter, making a dramatic winter feature in the shade garden. For dry, deep shade, there isn't a better choice for a tough as nails perennial!