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Bergenia cordifolia 'Purpurea'
Elephant's Ears 

Bergenia cordifolia 'Purpurea'
Common name

Elephant's Ears

Group

Perennials

Family

Saxifragaceae

Description

Elephant's Ears. Clump-forming perennial with rounded mid-to dark green leaves; tinted red in winter. Flowers magenta-purple. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers February to April. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.

Characteristics

Growth habit
Clump-forming
Fragrance
No
Hardiness
Hardy
Toxicity
CAUTION toxic if eaten/skin and eye irritant

Size

Growth speed
Fast
Ultimate height
30cm
Ultimate spread
45cm

Colour

Flowers
Purple in February; April
Foliage
Green - Evergreen
Fruit
Blue; Black in June
 

Growing your plants

Aspect
Full sun/partial shade Sheltered site
Soil
Fertile
Moisture
Well drained
Propagation
Stem cuttings
Usage
Border; Woodland
Planting
Water thoroughly before planting

Caring for your plants

Pruning
After flowering Cut back flowered shoots to encourage new growth
Maintenance
Top dress in spring
Care
Keep moist in first year
Pests & diseases
Aphids; Powdery mildew

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The web price shown includes a web only discount of 10%. All prices are exclusive of VAT.

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Form
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Regular 5 litre --- --- £12.35 £ 2
Regular 2 litre --- --- £3.99 £ 163