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Bergenia purpurascens
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Bergenia purpurascens


Winter-red Bergenia

 USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.105.400


Bergenia are incredibly hardy, and reliably evergreen throughout nearly the entire continent. This species has loose spikes of bright magenta-purple flowers held above large green leaves. Backs of leaves are tinged with red. Excellent deep-red fall and winter colour. Good for planting as a groundcover around shrubs, but also for edging and in tubs or mixed containers. Remove flowers spikes after blooming is finished. Plants should seldom need it, but may be moved or divided in spring or fall.

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Bergenia purpurascens


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
Care Level
  Easy 		Flower Colour
  Deep Pink
  Purple
Blooming Time
  Mid Spring
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
  Red
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Evergreen
  Ground Cover
  Massed
Height
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Spread
   45-60 cm
   18-23 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium