Guide

Many ferns are hardy enough to live outdoors year-round, while tropical varieties need protection or indoor overwintering when temperatures drop.

Yes, some ferns can grow in water, but most common houseplant ferns need moist, well-draining soil and will rot in standing water.

Yes, with a large container (20-30 gallons) and extra winter protection, these evergreens can thrive in pots for years.

Many elephant ear varieties can handle full sun, but they generally perform best in partial shade or dappled light.

Yes, elephant ears can survive winter, but the method depends entirely on your USDA Hardiness Zone — warmer zones let them stay in the ground.

Yes, certain elephant ear plants can grow in water, but the answer depends on whether you have a Colocasia or an Alocasia variety.

Dracaena can live outdoors in USDA zones 9 through 12, provided they are protected from frost and intense direct sunlight.

Dracaena cuttings can root and survive in water long-term, though they typically grow slower and stay less vigorous than plants in soil.

Sunflowers are non-toxic to dogs, but eating large amounts of any part of the plant may cause minor digestive upset.

Sunflower leaves are non-toxic to dogs, though eating large amounts may cause mild digestive.