Bergenia cordifolia 'Winter Glow' (15) Flat
Common Name: 'Winterglut', Heartleaf Bergenia, Pig Squeak
Zones 3 to 8.
Full sun to Full Shade.
Plants reach 12 to 15 inches tall and 12 inches wide;
Clumping habit.
Growth rate: Moderate, slowly spreads by creeping rhizomes.
The shiny, evergreen, cabbage-like leaves of Bergenia have a unique leathery appearance. From early to late spring, bright pinkish red flowers appear in clusters on thick stems just above the foliage. Flowers and the leaves are both long-lasting when cut for bouquets. Plants sometimes rebloom in the fall. During the fall and winter months, the leaves take on remarkable reddish-bronze hues which remain until spring when they turn back to green.
Bergenia thrives in almost any amount of sunlight, but partial shade is ideal. In northern regions, it will grow in full sun, but it needs afternoon shade in the south. In either region, plants will always perform best in rich, moisture-retentive soil. However, it dislikes heavy soils and standing water. Propagate by division in early spring or by seed. Divisions should be replanted fairly deep into the soil.
"Pig Squeak", from the sound the leaf makes when rubbed between two fingers.
Bergenia can be used in a variety of ways in the landscape. It is most impressive when used as a durable, evergreen groundcover, but it can also be used in containers and rock gardens. It is quite effective at softening the hard edges of pavement and also works well as an edging or filler plant in flower borders.
Attributes: Border plants, Container, Cut flower or foliage, Edging, Evergreen, Ground cover, Salt Tolerant, Easy to grow. Attracts butterflies .
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