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    • Photo of Bergenia ciliata foliage by Secret Garden Growers

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    Also Known As

    • Frilly Bergenia
    • Hairy Leaf Bergenia
    • Pigsqueak
    • Winter Begonia

    Plant type

    perennial, groundcover

    size

    • H: 8"-12"
    • W: 18"-36"

    planting zones

    • 5a-10b

    4" | $17

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    Bergenia ciliata plant details

    Bergenia ciliata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer pink and white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Bergenia ciliata

    Plant type: perennial groundcover
    Plant family: saxifragaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: big leaves, larger quantity available, rare, sculptural, textural

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Bergenia ciliata

    USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit
    Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained

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    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A very unusual Bergenia from Nepal – Large, hairy leaves have a great texture and sculptural appeal – Pale pink flowers in early spring – Morning sun to moderate shade, well drained soils, prefers richer soils and adequate moisture – Deciduous - Rare and choice!

    By: Secret Garden Growers

    Large (12") fuzzy, rounded leaves and white flowers in early spring make this deciduous Chinese species a standout. Part shade and moisture retentive soil. Low growing to 10".

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Gardening facts about Bergenia ciliata plant

    How to Grow Bergenia ciliata

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • acidic
      • alkaline
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • pink

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • fuzzy

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    Bergenia 'Pink Dragonfly'

    aka Pink Dragonfly Elephant Ears, Pink Dragonfly Pigsqueak

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 10"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • drought tolerant
    Photo of Bergenia 'Pink Dragonfly' flower, form by Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
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    Bergenia 'Tubby Andrews'

    aka Bergenia cordifolia 'Tubby Andrews', Tri-Color Pigsqueak, Tubby Andrews Elephant Ears, Tubby Andrews Pigsqueak

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 6"-12"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • sun - dappled shade
    • even moisture - occasional
    Photo of Bergenia 'Tubby Andrews' flower by Secret Garden Growers
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    Bergenia ciliata 'Dixter'

    aka Dixter Elephant Ears, Dixter Pigsqueak

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    4a-8b

    Size

    Height: 8"-12"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Bergenia ciliata 'Dixter' foliage by plant lust
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    Bergenia cordifolia 'Lunar Glow'

    aka Bergenia 'Lunar Glow', Lunar Glow Elephant Ears, Lunar Glow Pigsqueak

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 10"-15"

    Width: 18"-24"

    • sun - shade
    • drought tolerant
    Photo of Bergenia cordifolia 'Lunar Glow' flower by Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
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    Bergenia 'Abendglocken'

    aka Bergenia 'Evening Bells', Bergenia abendglocken, Abendglocken Elephant Ears, Abendglocken Pigsqueak, Abendglocken Saxifrage, Evening Bells Elephant Ears, Evening Bells Pigsqueak, Evening Bells Saxifrage

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 12"-18"

    Width: 12"-18"

    • mostly sun - shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Bergenia 'Abendglocken' flower, foliage by Secret Garden Growers
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