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Bergenia x Pink Dragonfly

Heartleaf Bergenia (Pig-Squeak)

This plant forms a low clump of long, narrow, green leaves which develop rich plum-red tones in the winter. Mass plantings will show off the tall stems of bell-shaped coral-pink flowers.

  • »  Forms a low clump of long, narrow, green leaves
  • »  Rich plum-red tones in the winter
  • »  Tall stems of bell-shaped, coral-pink flowers
  • »  Blooms: April to May
  • »  Flower Height: 40 cm
  • »  Foliage Height: 25 cm

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  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:25-40 cm
  • Spread:30-45 cm
  • Bloom Color: Pink
Exposure
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Evergreen
• Fall Color
Flowering Time
• Early Spring
• Spring
Habit
• Clumping
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
• Purple
• Red
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Rock garden
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Bergenia x 'Pink Dragonfly'

Its common name Pigsqueak is derived from the sound of rubbing two, wet leaves together, causing a noise similar to a "pig's squeak".

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Bergenia x 'Pink Dragonfly'

Bergenia will tolerate a wide range of soils, lighting and moisture conditions, but grows best in partial sun, and moist, rich, humus soil. Bergenia are evergreen, so remove only damaged and tattered foliage as necessary. They can be affected by vine weevil, so applying beneficial nematodes twice a year may be required.