Bergenia cordifolia Red Beauty

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9

Light: Partial sun to light shade

Mature Size: 15" tall | 8" wide

Attracts: Pollinators

Bloom Time: Spring

Water Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil

Soil: Humus-rich, well-drained soils

Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming perennial

Flowers: Rich pink to rose-red bell-shaped blooms held on sturdy stems above the foliage

Ideal For: Borders, edging, mass plantings, rock gardens, groundcover

Evergreen: Evergreen to semi-evergreen

Why We Love It:
‘Red Beauty’ Bergenia brings bold color and strong foliage texture to shaded and partially shaded gardens. Its glossy heart-shaped leaves provide year-round structure, while the vivid rose-red spring flowers create a striking display above the foliage. As temperatures cool, the leaves develop rich red and bronze tones that extend interest well beyond the bloom season, making it a dependable and attractive perennial across multiple seasons.

Additional Info:
Performs best in humus-rich soils with consistent moisture and good drainage. Tough and adaptable once established, it works beautifully in borders, woodland gardens, and mass plantings where evergreen foliage and reliable spring color are desired. Excellent for shaded landscapes and low-maintenance perennial plantings.