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Bergenia 'Eroica'

Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Bergenia 'Eroica' (bergenia) bears faded purple blossoms during mid-spring to early summer. This plant has deep green and bright red foliage that is evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover, mass planting and woodland.
Special Characteristics Bergenia 'Eroica' is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.