I am not a gardener and need help
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Here is some info for you, https://www.gardendesign.com/plants/elephant-ear.html
They should do just fine. I have elephant ears growing like crazy by my a/c unit. The ground stays wet and they seem to love it. I live in Alabama so it’s pretty humid here as well.
Just think that’s one plant you will never have to water 🙂
I hope this helps.
I believe that the bulbs will rot, if too wet.
If you want some ideas of other plants that are good for wet ground here are some
https://www.hgtv.com/outdoors/flowers-and-plants/the-best-plants-for-wet-soil-pictures
https://www.acs.edu.au/info/hobby/landscaping/wet-soil-plants.aspx
And here's some info about elephant ears. From the sounds of it they crave water and do best in very wet areas
https://plantcaretoday.com/elephant-ears-plant.html