Common
name: "Elephant's Ears"
Latin name: Bergenia cordifolia
Native
to: Hybrid
Zone: 4 - 11
Winter hardy: Yes
Water depth: Bog plant
Flowers: Yes, April - June
Height: 6" - 12"
Spread: 9" - 18"
Pests: Fungal leaf spots
Sunshine:
Pictured: Bergenia
cordifolia 'Autumn Glory'
Cultural
information: Plant in full sun to partial shade in
fertile, boggy or moist soils. Bergenia does well in poor soils...
in fact it enhances the fall color. Foliage and flowers are good
for cutting.
