Heart-leaved Bergenia (Bergenia Crassifolia) is a perennial groundcover in the Saxifragaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Bergenia crassifolia is a low-growing evergreen perennial known for its large, leathery, glossy leaves and early spring pink flowers.

Heart-leaved Bergenia

Heart-leaved Bergenia

Bergenia Crassifolia

Bergenia crassifolia is a low-growing evergreen perennial known for its large, leathery, glossy leaves and early spring pink flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
groundcover
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
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Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Heart-leaved Bergenia

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Heart-leaved Bergenia
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Taxonomy

Family:Saxifragaceae
Genus:Bergenia