Transplanting Mature Elephant Ears: Managing Shock and Establishing Ideal Conditions

Leaf Collapse After Transplant Is Normal

Elephant ears flop dramatically when moved—they're telling you they're unhappy with the new conditions.

What They Need

• Consistently moist, almost mucky soil.
• Dappled to deep shade (especially afternoon).
• No fertilizer until new growth appears.

New leaves will push from the center once roots settle. Don't worry about the flattened old leaves; they'll be replaced.