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You may know Bergenia as ‘Elephants Ears’, due to their large oval leaves… and Bergenia ‘Diamond Drops’ does indeed have rather spectacular ‘ears’. The foliage on this variety is a lush green with added hues of rose and bronze in the autumn and winter. From March to May tall stems appear adorned with white, bell-shaped blooms for added interest. Bergenias have become fashionable as a cut flower and ‘Diamond Drops’ will not disappoint whether in border, pot, or vase. Bergenias are minimal maintenance, evergreen, timeless and stylish. They happily grow in sun or shade and tolerate a wide range of soils. Bergenia ‘Diamond Drops’ provides an excellent source of ground cover and will readily naturalise in your garden. This pollinator-friendly genus originates in Asia. Hardy and adaptable, this perennial is an excellent addition to any garden. Bergenia ‘Diamond Drops’ reaches a maximum height and spread of 40cm.
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Key Information
| Latin Name | Bergenia Diamond Drops 9cm pot |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Elephant’s Ears |
| Hardiness | H7 (-20°C and below) |
| Colour | White |
| Type | Perennial |
| Format | 9cm Pots |
| Position | Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height in Maturity (m) | 0.20 m |
| Spread in Maturity (m) | 0.30 |
| Soil Conditions | Chalk Clay Loam Sand |
| Soil Acidity | Acid Alkaline Neutral |
| Aspect | East-facing, South-facing, West-facing |
| Good for pots | Yes |
| Good for Rockeries | Yes |
| Good for wildlife | Yes |
| Good for pollinators | Yes |
| Good for cutting | Yes |
| Good for groundcover | Yes |
