Bergenia cordifolia Winterglow

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8

Light: Part shade to full shade

Mature Size: 12–18" tall | 12–18" wide

Attracts: Pollinators

Bloom Time: April–May

Water Needs: Moderate

Soil: Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soils

Growth Habit: Clump-forming, slowly spreading perennial groundcover

Flowers: Showy magenta-red blooms held on sturdy stems above glossy foliage; excellent for cutting

Ideal For: Groundcover, naturalized plantings, shade gardens, woodland borders, erosion control

Evergreen: Semi-evergreen to evergreen in mild climates

Why We Love It:
Pigsqueak is a durable shade perennial valued as much for its bold foliage as for its vibrant spring blooms. The thick, glossy leaves provide year-round structure and develop rich bronze and purplish tones during cooler weather, adding extended seasonal interest to shaded gardens. In spring, clusters of vivid magenta-red flowers rise above the foliage, bringing color and texture to woodland borders and shaded landscapes where reliable bloom can be hard to find. Tough, adaptable, and easy to grow, it performs beautifully even in difficult garden conditions.

Additional Info:
Highly tolerant of shade, deer, rabbits, and erosion-prone sites. Performs best in moist, humus-rich soils with good drainage, though established plants are quite resilient. Remove winter-damaged foliage in late winter or early spring to refresh the plant and highlight new growth. Excellent for mass plantings, woodland gardens, and low-maintenance shaded landscapes.