Bergenia: grows in temperate climates

Bergenia is a beautiful addition to any garden. Its bright pink flowers catch the eye. The leaves are full of color and change with the cold weather. This guide will show you bergenia types. It will also cover planting and caring for this plant.

Bergenia is a plant that lives for many years. It is rarely an annual. It belongs to the saxifrage family. Bergenia has strong roots that grow sideways. Its round or oval leaves are a rich green.

Some types have shiny leaves. Others have leaves that are rough or have stems. The small flowers grow in clusters. They can be red, pink, purple, or white.

Bergenia blooms in late spring or early summer. The fruit is a small capsule. It holds many dark seeds.

Bergenia often grows in mild climates. It is common in Central Asia. Some grow near water. Others like mountains up to 8,000 feet high. People grow it for beauty and medicine.