Caladium

Also known as Elephant Ear, this is a tuber in which the soil outside must be monitored. If planted too early, the tubers will rot. Caladiums love moist, well-drained soil and prefer partial shade but will work in full shade. There are literally over 1,000 species with bi-color leaves that come from the original plant in South America. Their large, beautiful leaves are heart-shaped and come in bi-colors of white, maroon, pink, and cream against their green background. Caladiums are wonderful plants to add dimension and a little drama to your garden.

Facts:
This plant does best in partial shade or full shade with damp, well-drained soil. They bloom in early spring all the way to mid-fall and will grow between 1 to 2 feet in height. Caladium is non-invasive and does best in zones 10 to 11.