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.
Additional information
| Generic | Bergenia |
|---|---|
| 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 | |
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