Notes
In the darkest, coldest days of winter the large, evergreen ‘elephant ear’ foliage of Bergenia Dragonfly Sakura turns a shade of bronzed purple. As spring approaches the fleshy leaves return to a lush green and produce rich red stems, held high above the ground cover foliage, which explode with delightful semi-double, pink flowers and attract early pollinators.
Dimensions
- Pot size: approx. 2/3L
- Height and Spread: 25cm (10in) x 30cm (12in) after 1-2 years
Features
Insights
Presumably the candy coloured blooms of this herbaceous perennial reminded the breeder of the extraordinary Prunus blossom displays in Japan; this blossom is referred to as Sakura.
Details
The attractive flowers of this wonderful ground cover plant appear in March - April and are a wonderful resource for early pollinators but can, if required, be cut for arrangements.
Planting
- Moist, rich, well drained soil
- Full sun
- All aspects
Care
Bergenias prefer well drained soil and are often seen planted on slopes, the edge of borders or above retaining dry stone walls; this variety is no exception. Remove any dead or tatty leaves in the summer.
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