Planting and care. Elephant ears do best in full sun or partial shade. Their most important need is water — they drink a lot to keep the leaves turgid and will show signs of wilting when thirsty.

If planting elephant ears outdoors, wait until the soil has reached a temperature of at least 70°F. Plant the tubers about 4 inches deep.

Q. This past year was my first time planting and growing elephant ears; I didn’t know I was supposed to pull them out of the ground for the winter! I pulled the dead stalks from them and I th… ...

These distinctive plants can add a dramatic tropical statement in a garden, but you need to know what you are planting to give them the proper care. Skip to content Open sections menu Sections News ...

If you’re already growing your elephant ears in a container, then this is very easy! Just put the container in a cool spot that stays above freezing, like a garage, ...

If you’re already growing your elephant ears in a container, then this is very easy! Just put the container in a cool spot that stays above freezing, like a garage, ...

A: Alocasia (a.k.a. elephant ear or African mask plant) is a big-leafed tropical that's usually grown as an outdoor summer plant around here. However, it'll also work as a potted plant that you ...

By George Weigel/The Patriot-News Q: I just bought an elephant ear bulb, but when I got it home, I realized there was a soft spot in it. A lot of others in the bin were rotten. Is this one going ...

Tropical elephant ears are a gamble if left in the ground over winter, but the tubers can be boxed in peat and stored in a cool, dark place. Credit: Newsday / Tony Jerome By JESSICA DAMIANO ...