Plant name: Bergenia ‘Autumn Magic’
Other names: Elephant’s Ears ‘Autumn Magic’
Category: Evergreen perennial
Plant family: Saxifragaceae
Light preference: Full shade, full sun, partial shade
Soil preference: Chalk, clay, loam, sand - moist but well drained
Size:
- 0.1-0.5 metres height
- 0.1-0.5 metres spread
Flowering period: Spring-Autumn
Description: This is a rhizomatous evergreen perennial with large, leathery leaves. Clusters of dark pink flowers sit on red stems, repeat flowering usually in spring and then autumn. The dark leaves can turn rich browns and reds in winter making this a great plant for year-round interest.
Care: It may tolerate poor soil, but dislikes particularly dry conditions. Remove faded flower stalks and damaged leaves but otherwise this is a relatively low maintenance plant.
