Ligularia, elephant ear (Ligularia stenocephala 'The Rocket') lig-yew-LAR-ee-ah sten-oh-SEF-ah-lah Genus:  Ligularia The aptly named ‘The Rocket’ is virtually indestructible if sited in damp shade. In spring, toothed green foliage unfurls to form an attractive mound. Flowering begins in midsummer when stalks packed with little buds rise up to 4 feet tall. Little golden daisies, opening from bottom to top, shoot upward like rockets to the sky. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Grows very slowly. Has large leaves. Care:  Ligularias like partial shade and deep, fertile, damp soil. Don't let them dry out between waterings. Propagation: 

Divide clumps in spring or after flowering.

Problems: 

 Slugs and snails.

Overview

Height 3 ft. to 6 ft. Spread 3 ft. to 6 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Slow Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Characteristics Showy Flowers, Showy Foliage Bloom Time Early Fall, Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Summer Flower Color Yellow Uses Shade, Woodland Garden, Waterside Style Foliage, Specimen Plant/Focal Point Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Type Perennials