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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

1gal
$28.88
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:25-40 cm
  • Spread:30-45 cm
  • Bloom Color: Pink
Exposure
Partial Sun/Shade
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.