Red Beauty Bergenia cordifolia Plant – 4″ Pot – Hardy Shade Garden

Discover the Beauty of a Versatile Garden Plant

This exceptional plant, known for its outstanding qualities, is a favorite among gardeners. It features glossy, evergreen foliage that provides year-round ground cover, making it a versatile and resilient addition to any garden. Its ability to adapt to various conditions ensures it will thrive in your outdoor space, offering continuous visual appeal.

In spring, this plant displays clusters of large, red bell-shaped flowers that rise above its dark leaves. These vibrant blooms typically appear from March to early May, adding a significant splash of color to your garden. The leaves are large, leathery, and evergreen, growing up to 8 inches across, forming a weed-resistant carpet when fully established. As autumn arrives, the foliage often transforms into glorious shades of red, enhanced by the frost.

Tough and adaptable, these plants thrive in diverse conditions, from shade to full sun, and in soils ranging from poor to clay. They are drought-tolerant and also flourish in moist soils, with poorer soil conditions often intensifying the leaf reddening. Hardy to -40°C (-40°F), these long-lived plants require minimal division, making them an easy-care choice. They provide architectural structure and textural contrast to more delicate foliage plants, excelling as ground cover, an alternative to other common garden plants in dry or windy environments, and ideal for edging paths.

The large leaves of these plants create a strong foundation for borders throughout the year. They can be planted in groups as ground cover, offering a robust alternative, especially in challenging environments. As a carpeting plant, they are particularly effective in winter, when the evergreen leaves often take on a beautiful purple hue. The foliage also serves as a stunning backdrop for seasonal bulbs, enhancing the overall aesthetic of your garden.

Order your hardy shade garden plant today and enjoy immediate shipping in a 4 inch pot. Note that dormant shipping occurs during winter. This easy-to-grow plant matures to a height of 16 inches and thrives in zones 5-9, preferring part-shade but tolerating full sun.

Key Benefits

• Year-Round Interest: Evergreen foliage provides constant visual appeal.
• Vibrant Spring Blooms: Red bell-shaped flowers add a pop of color.
• Versatile and Adaptable: Thrives in various conditions and soil types.
• Low Maintenance: Hardy and long-lived, requiring minimal care.
• Excellent Ground Cover: Forms a solid carpet to suppress weeds.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big will this shade garden plant get? The mature height of this plant is approximately 16 inches.

What USDA hardiness zones are suitable for this plant? This plant thrives in USDA zones 5-9.

How much sunlight does this plant need? It prefers part-shade but can tolerate full sun and full shade.

What type of soil is best for growing this plant? It grows well in a range of soils, from poor and chalky to clay.

How often should I water my plant? These plants are drought-tolerant but thrive in heavy, moist soils. Water when the soil feels dry to the touch.