Elephant’s Ears. Clump-forming perennial with red-tinted green leaves, ruby-red beneath, turning a rich maroon colour in winter. Semi-double, magenta-crimson flowers on red stems. Max Height 20cm to 30cm. Max Spread 45cm to 60cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Bergenia ‘Abendglut’
Clump-forming perennial with red-tinted green leaves, ruby-red beneath, turning a rich maroon colour in winter. Semi-double, magenta-crimson flowers on red stems.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Bergenia |
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Species | |
Varietry | 'Abendglut' |
Common Name | Elephant's Ears |
Flower Colour | crimson |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 20cm, 30cm |
Family | Saxifragaceae |
Spread | 45cm, 60cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | April, May |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border, Woodland |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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