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Bergenia ciliata 'Dixter'
Also Known As
- Dixter Elephant Ears
- Dixter Pigsqueak
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 8"-12"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 4a-8b
Bergenia ciliata 'Dixter' plant details
Bergenia ciliata 'Dixter' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, clay, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Bergenia ciliata 'Dixter'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: saxifragaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: big leaves, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Bergenia ciliata 'Dixter'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, clay, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Gossler Farms
Garden photo gallery of Bergenia ciliata 'Dixter'
Gardening facts about Bergenia ciliata 'Dixter' plant
How to Grow Bergenia ciliata 'Dixter'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"
- sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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- even moisture - occasional
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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