Bergenia 'Autumn Magic' ( Autumn Magic Elephant's Ears, Autumn Magic Bergenia)
Botanical Information
Family | Saxifragaceae |
Genus | Bergenia |
Cultivar | 'Autumn Magic' |
Category | Perennials |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 - 8 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 3a - 7a |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | - 40 to - 15 |
Temperature (°F) | - 40 to 4 |
Height | 0.1 - 0.5 m |
Spread | 0.1 - 0.5 m |
Flowering Period | March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | Autumn Magic Bergenia blooms dark pink flowers upon red stems, contrasted by ovate dark-green leaves. |
Shape | Upright. |
Landscape | Flower beds, containers, shaded borders, potted indoor or patio plant or as a specimen. |
Propagation | Division of rhizomes. |
Cultivation | Grow in full to partial shade in moist, well-draining soil of any type or acidity. |
Pests | Foliage may be eaten by slugs, snails, vine weevil and caterpillars. |
Notable Specimens | Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom. |
Habitat | Horticultural Origin. |