Bergenia cordifolia 'Rotblum' ~ Rotblum Bergenia understory New York Night Lenten Rose

New York Night Lenten Rose is a winter-blooming evergreen perennial with leathery rich green basal foliage

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Its attractive feathery deep green splays of foliage emerges with golden tips that give a soft glow to the foliage at a distance

Spring Matrix Lavender Shades Pansy is a long-blooming compact perennial with tight

COMPANION PLANTS:   Rose

Bergenia cordifolia 'Rotblum' ~ Rotblum Bergenia understory New York Night Lenten RoseBergenia 'Rotblum' is a specific cultivar known for its deep magenta red flowers and foliage that turns a rich burgundy red in fall and winter. Flowers best in part shade and rich, moist well drained soils. Type: Perennial Height: 1' 1. 5' Spread: 1' 1. 5' Spacing: 1' USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 8 Culture: Part Sun, Full Shade Bloom Color: Pink Season of Interest: Spring, Year Round MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. No serious pests or disease issues.