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Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia cordifoia)
At a Glance
- Exposure: Partial Sun/Shade
- Mature Height: 12 to 18 Inches
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8
- Soil Conditions: Moist, Well-Drained
- Foliage Color: Green
- Bloom Color: Pink
- Bloom Season: April - May
- Size: Small
Features of Heartleaf Bergenia
Body
Features large, glossy green leaves on a low growing plant. Clusters of attractive flowers appear early in the spring. Provides interesting texture for the garden. Plants remain semi-evergreen over the winter and may also turn a bronze color.
Care
- Prefers moist, well-drained organic soils in a semi-shaded location.
- If rhizomes start to push up and out of the soil top dress lightly with compost to cover.