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Elephant Ears

Bergenia cordifolia

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Elephant Ears (Bergenia cordifolia)

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Bloom colours

rose, magenta

What actually matters with this one

The leaves colour best in poor soil and full winter sun. Pull off tatty ones rather than cutting them.

How to grow it

Light
part shade
Water
Even moisture
Hardiness
Zones 3-8
Height
45 cm
Flowers
March to April
Difficulty
easy

Plant it alongside

Relatives and plants that want the same conditions.