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Heartleaf Bergenia

Bergenia Cordifolia

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Bergenia cordifolia, commonly known as Heartleaf Bergenia, is an evergreen perennial. It boasts thick, heart-shaped leaves reaching up to 8 inches across, with a leathery texture. In spring, erect flower stems rise to 12-18 inches, adorned with dense clusters of pink blossoms. Hardy in zones 3-8, it thrives in part shade and moist, well-drained soil. Ideal for ground cover or border fronts. Low maintenance.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 3–10Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Temperate
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — heart-shaped leaves that can reach up to 6 to 8 inches in width and a similar length; allowing them to form a dense
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Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Saxifragaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — heart-shaped leaves that can reach up to 6 to 8 inches in width and a similar length; allowing them to form a dense
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — verdant texture to your garden
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — pink flowers in the garden; bergenia cordifolia produces dense clusters of bell-shaped flowers in shades of pink
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — clump-forming perennial that's a staple in many gardens due to its robust nature and year-round interest; heartleaf
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — heart-shaped leaves that can reach up to 6 to 8 inches in width and a similar length
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — The waxy foliage transitions to a striking bronze-purple hue in the fall; verdant texture to your garden
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — providing aesthetic appeal across seasons.<br><br>During spring; thus supporting local ecosystems.<br><br>For
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — The evergreen nature of Bergenia cordifolia makes it an ideal selection for year-round structure in borders; pink
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — When planning your garden
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — scientifically known as Bergenia cordifolia
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — Additionally, Bergenia cordifolia is low maintenance and resists most pests and diseases
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — Ideal for ground cover or border fronts; in spring, erect flower stems rise to 12-18 inches, adorned with dense
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — making it an excellent choice for gardens in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 through 8
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — scientifically known as Bergenia cordifolia; the waxy foliage transitions to a striking bronze-purple hue in the fall
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — ground cover / perennial for half or shade
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — Bergenia cordifolia, commonly known as Heartleaf Bergenia, is an evergreen perennial; hardy in zones, image 59
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — In spring, erect flower stems rise to 12-18 inches, adorned with dense clusters of pink blossoms
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — ground cover / perennial for half or shade; or as part of a woodland garden
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — It boasts thick, heart-shaped leaves reaching up to 8 inches across, with a leathery texture
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — pink flowers in the garden
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — tolerating temperature ranges down to -30&deg;F; upright stems that are typically about 12 to 18 inches tall
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — Heartleaf Bergenia prefers a location with partial to full shade and well-draining soil
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — Additionally, Bergenia cordifolia is low maintenance and resists most pests and diseases; ground cover / perennial
Heartleaf Bergenia (Bergenia Cordifolia) — scientifically known as Bergenia cordifolia; the waxy foliage transitions to a striking bronze-purple, image 64
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