Bigger is usually better, especially when it comes to flowers. Get your hands on varieties ... native tree is also known for its 30-inch-long leaves. Why we love it: It takes a single blossom ...

With large leaves that measure as wide as half a foot and small yellow flowers, this plant can produce seeds aggressively and cover lots of ground. You can divide its clumps each spring.

Compared to some faux fiddles that look overstuffed with big clusters of leaves, this one is pleasantly proportioned for a natural look. Choose between a humble burlap-wrapped plastic pot or ...